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76.1%Acceptance
$11,299Tuition
8,527Students
43%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$45,411Earnings
Public4-yearResearch UniversityNCAA Division IStudy AbroadData: 2023-24HBCU

Admissions Details

Acceptance Rate
76.1%
Average SAT
955
SAT Range (25th–75th)
860–1,050
ACT Composite (avg)
19
Total Enrollment
8,527

Admissions Overview

Prairie View A&M has a 76% acceptance rate, making it less selective than many universities. This means most qualified applicants who meet basic requirements will gain admission. The middle 50% of students score between 860-1050 on the SAT, with an average of 955. As a historically black university with deep roots in agriculture and engineering, Prairie View seeks students who value community, service, and academic growth. The school looks for applicants committed to learning in a supportive environment where 85% of students are Black and 89% come from Texas. Students interested in hands-on programs like nursing, agriculture, and STEM fields tend to thrive here.