Prairie View A & M University

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Also known as: PVAMU

Prairie View, TX
(936) 261-3311
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Annual Tuition (In-State)

$7,387

Total Enrollment

9,517

Graduation Rate

43.2%

6-year graduation rate

Program Completions

1,760

Last reported year

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119 graduates Class of 2023 CIP 51.3801
117 graduates Class of 2023 CIP 31.0505
108 graduates Class of 2023 CIP 51.0001
105 graduates Class of 2023 CIP 52.0201
98 graduates Class of 2023 CIP 43.0104

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Admissions

Prairie View A & M University accepts 75.3% of applicants, offering accessible admission for qualified students. Prospective students typically need to provide high school transcript, minimum GPA, and standardized test scores. The process is designed to enroll qualified students, with 2,112 students enrolling in the most recent class.

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Enrollment

Prairie View A & M University enrolls 9,517 students. The student body is 66.8% women, with diverse representation across programs. The college maintains a 74% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.

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Academics

Prairie View A & M University maintains a 16:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing strong opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a strong 74% retention rate for full-time students, reflecting student satisfaction and effective academic programs. Students demonstrate high academic engagement with strong commitment to their educational programs.

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Faculty & Staff

Prairie View A & M University employs 442 instructional staff members dedicated to student success. The 16:1 student-to-faculty ratio provides strong opportunities for personalized attention and mentoring. With 1.9% of faculty holding tenure, students benefit from experienced educators committed to teaching excellence.

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Programs

Prairie View A & M University offers programs in 23 different fields of study. The most popular programs include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Exercise Science and Kinesiology, and Health and Wellness, General. In 2023, the college awarded 1,760 degrees and certificates across all programs.

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Financial Aid

Annual tuition at Prairie View A & M University is $7,387 for in-state students and $22,590 for out-of-state students. After financial aid, the average net price is $14,065. Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.

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Student Outcomes

Prairie View A & M University achieves a 45.8% overall completion rate for students who complete their programs. Students typically complete their programs in 5 years, balancing academic rigor with timely graduation. The college supports working students with a 49.4% success rate for this population.

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Institution Details

Sector PUBLIC 4 YEAR
Control PUBLIC
Level FOUR YEAR OR ABOVE
Degree Granting Yes
HBCU

Contact Information

Address
FM 1098 Road & University Drive
Prairie View, TX, 77446
Administrator
Tomikia P. LeGrande
President

Cost Information

In-State Tuition $7,387
Out-of-State Tuition $22,590
Average Net Price $14,065

Federal Identifiers

OPE ID: 00363000
EIN: 746001078
IPEDS ID: 227526
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