Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
75.30%
SAT Average
949
ACT Range
16-20
Prairie View A & M University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 75.30%. This means approximately 753 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 8,527 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
75.30%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $11,299 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $26,874 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $25,958 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $14,041 | State avg: $17,343. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 62.44% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 58.08% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Prairie View A & M University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$26,874
Room and board
$10,317
Books and supplies
$1,571
Other expenses
$4,611
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$25,958
Average net price
$14,041
Average aid coverage
46%
$11,917 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Prairie View A & M University pays approximately $14,041 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Texas average of $17,343 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Prairie View A & M University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Texas and national averages.
Prairie View A & M University net price
$14,041
Texas average
$17,343
National average
$17,506
Prairie View A & M University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $26,874 and average net price at $14,041. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$26,874
Current net price
$14,041
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
43.22%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$45,411
Undergraduates
8,527
10-Year Median Earnings - Prairie View A & M University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Prairie View A & M University graduates earn about 1.0x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Prairie View A & M University?
Undergraduates
8,527
Completion rate
43.22%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
62.44%
Above national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
58.08%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 62.44% of Prairie View A & M University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 58.08% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Prairie View A & M University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Prairie View A & M University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Prairie View A & M University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Prairie View A & M University is listed at FM 1098 Road & University Drive, Prairie View, TX 77446. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Prairie View A & M University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prairie View A & M University | 75.30% | $26,874 | $14,041 | $45,411 |
| West Coast University-Texas | Not available | $16,715 | $25,957 | $102,672 |
| University of North Texas Health Science Center | Not available | Not available | Not available | $93,615 |
| The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston | Not available | Not available | Not available | $92,961 |
| Chamberlain University-Texas | 95.65% | $19,686 | $32,247 | $92,405 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie View A & M University's acceptance rate?
Prairie View A & M University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 75.30%.
How much is Prairie View A & M University tuition?
Prairie View A & M University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $26,874.
What is Prairie View A & M University's average net price?
Prairie View A & M University's average net price in the local dataset is $14,041.
What is Prairie View A & M University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $45,411 for Prairie View A & M University.
Is Prairie View A & M University accredited?
Prairie View A & M University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Prairie View A & M University?
The local dataset lists 8,527 undergraduate students at Prairie View A & M University.
What percentage of Prairie View A & M University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Prairie View A & M University in the local dataset is 62.44%.
What is the federal loan rate at Prairie View A & M University?
The federal loan rate for Prairie View A & M University in the local dataset is 58.08%.
Where should I verify Prairie View A & M University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Prairie View A & M University or the latest official federal education data.