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Prairie View A & M University

Prairie View, TX • public • I | FCS
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Acceptance
75.3%
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Grad Rate
43%
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Cost
$19,275 / $34,478

Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Rural
Student Population
Undergrad: 9,725 • Total: 11,004
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
FM 1098 Road & University Drive
Prairie View, TX
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Website
www.pvamu.edu
Region
Southwest
Carnegie Classification
Bac/A&S: Baccalaureate Colleges – Arts & Sciences Focus

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 3,284 (33.8%) • Female: 6,441 (66.2%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 78 0.8%
Black/African American 8,300 85.3%
Hispanic/Latino 711 7.3%
White 118 1.2%
Two or More Races 342 3.5%
International 67 0.7%
Special Designation
Historically Black College or University (HBCU)

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
75.3%
6,609 admitted from 8,777 applicants
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 440-520
Math: 410-510
Total: 850-1030
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
16-20
Application Types Offered
—
Application Requirements
—
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
43.2%
4-Year Graduation Rate
19.3%
Freshman Retention Rate
74.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
22.9:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$19,275
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$34,478
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $7,387
Out-of-state: $22,590
Room & Board
$10,317
Books & Supplies
$1,571
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $12,120
$30,001-48,000 $13,465
$48,001-75,000 $16,024
$75,001-110,000 $17,753
$110,001+ $16,376
Students Receiving Pell Grants
92%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
I
Football
FCS
Men's Sports (8)
Baseball Basketball Cross Country Football (FCS) Golf Tennis Track and Field (Indoor) Track and Field (Outdoor)
Women's Sports (10)
Basketball Bowling Cross Country Golf Soccer Softball Tennis Track and Field (Indoor) Track and Field (Outdoor) Volleyball
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💰 Merit Scholarships

Typical Requirements
3.2 GPA / 24 ACT
In-State Awards
$500-$11,400/yr
Out-of-State Awards
$500-$11,400/yr
2 automatic scholarships (3 total)
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Common questions about Prairie View A & M University

What is Prairie View A & M University's acceptance rate?
Prairie View A & M University accepts 75% of applicants, from 8,777 applications.
How much does Prairie View A & M University cost?
Tuition and fees are $7,387 in-state and $22,590 out-of-state. Families earning under $30,000 pay $12,120 on average after aid.
What ACT score do you need for Prairie View A & M University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 16 and 20 on the ACT.
What is Prairie View A & M University's graduation rate?
43% of students graduate within six years.