Prairie View A & M University
Overview
Student Population
8,782
| Size | Mid-size |
| Profit Status | Non-profit |
| On campus housing | Yes |
| Degrees Offered | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Prairie View, Texas, Prairie View A & M University is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 5,660 prospective students applied, and 4,838 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,896 enrolled in the school. 7,443 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,339 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2017/2018, excluding room and board, is $6,216 plus fees of $3,743. PVAMU is ranked 1379 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2018 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
Extremely Easy
| SAT | ACT | GPA |
|---|---|---|
| SAT | 840/1020 | |
| ACT | 15/19 | |
| GPA | 3.02 |
Applications Accepted
85.5%
| Applications Due | Jun 1, 2019 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
Cost to Attend
Texas Resident Tuition
$6,216
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,302 |
| Other Fees | $3,743 |
| Room and Board | $8,402 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,087 |
| Total One Year Cost | $23,750 |
Out of State Tuition
$19,745
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,302 |
| Other Fees | $3,743 |
| Room and Board | $8,402 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,087 |
| Total One Year Cost | $37,279 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
$39,000 per year
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
34% within 6 years
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 20% |
| Business | 14% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 11% |
| Engineering | 10% |
| General Studies | 6% |
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