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Prairie View A & M University

#812 in Colleges with the Best Professors in America
  • 4 Year
  • Prairie View, TX
  • 2,253 reviews
    How to Apply
    B-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      C+
    2. Value
      B
    3. Diversity
      B
    4. Campus
      B
    5. Athletics
      B
    6. Party Scene
      A
    7. Professors
      B
    8. Location
      C-
    9. Dorms
      B-
    10. Campus Food
      B-
    11. Student Life
      B
    12. Safety
      C
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    Prairie View is a public university located in Prairie View, Texas. As a historically black college, Prairie View has a strong history of and commitment to the education of black Americans. It is a mid-size institution with an enrollment of 7,341 undergraduate students. Admissions is somewhat competitive as the Prairie View acceptance rate is 79%. Popular majors include Nursing, Criminal Justice and Safety Studies, and Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies. Graduating 35% of students, Prairie View alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $29,800.
    About Prairie View A & M University...
    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division I-FCS
    Athletic Conference
    Southwestern Athletic Conference
    Address
    FM 1098 Road & University Drive
    Prairie View, TX 77446
    Website
    pvamu.edu
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    Prairie View A & M University Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

    Admissions

    Acceptance Rate
    79%
    Application Deadline
    June 1
    SAT Range
    870-1050
    ACT Range
    16-20
    Application Fee
    $40
    SAT/ACT
    Required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Early Decision/Early Action
    No

    Cost

    Net Price
    $10,290/ year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $12,509/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    95%

    Academics

    Professors
    B
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    20:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
    80%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.148 responses
    55%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.179 responses
    52%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.178 responses
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    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Nursing
      132 Graduates
    • Criminal Justice and Safety Studies
      83 Graduates
    • Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies
      78 Graduates
    • Chemical Engineering
      68 Graduates
    • Biology
      65 Graduates
    • Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
      65 Graduates
    • Liberal Arts and Humanities
      55 Graduates
    • Mechanical Engineering
      54 Graduates
    • Business
      52 Graduates
    • Psychology
      49 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    7,341Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    634
    Undergrads Over 25
    7%
    Pell Grant
    69%
    Varsity Athletes
    5%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 119 responses
    Report
    • Easy going
      47%
    • Driven
      14%
    • Exposure
      11%
    • Chill
      8%
    • Depends on who you know
      7%
    • Rachet
      6%
    • On Edge
      3%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    —
    Poll
    56%
    of students say that Greek life is pretty big.209 responses
    Poll
    66%
    of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.233 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 136 responses
    Report
    • Productive
      21%
    • Live
      16%
    • Connecting
      12%
    • It's only live if you make it live
      11%
    • Cool
      10%
    • Unity
      10%
    • Eccentric
      6%

    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $35,700/ year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    35%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    94%
    National
    83%
    93%
    of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.103 responses
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    Prairie View A & M University Reviews

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    I would give my school a five-star rating, however, I just barely started school and haven't encountered what all my school brings to the table. Prairie View A&M is an astounding university, and this must mean something considering this was my first year. All that you need is on campus or walking distance. I was overjoyed when I found there was a beauty store and Starbucks on grounds. I lost my voice since I shouted such a great amount from excitement. Come on! That is every girl's dream. You can't generally explain why my HBCU is a standout amongst the best. It's one of those universities you would need to come and discover for yourself. I wouldn't want to be anywhere else.
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    I am a freshman at the prairie view A&M University! This school is really a good school, the professor are always willing to stay after class or have later office hours to help each student if there’s out! The safety of the school is something each person is worry about but at this university everything is safe, there is always an officers on each corner to help keep us safe. This school you are always having something to do so there’s no reason for you to be bored or not involved in something. I believe this will be a good school choice for anyone seeking to come here.
    I have enjoyed my time at Prairie View. Of course all schools have their moments, but this school is good. There’s a variety of backgrounds that you can be exposed to at this school. There are professors here who sincerely want to see you succeed its just your responsibility as a student to make the effort. This is a great school! As everything in life you get out what you put in. PVU is the place to be!