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Prairie View A&M University

Prairie View, Texas

Public, 4-year or above

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  • LGBTQ+ Friendly
  • Veteran Friendly

West #95 / HBCU #21

Prairie View A&M University is a state-assisted, public, comprehensive land grant institution of higher education. The university was designated in a 1984 amendment to the Texas Constitution as an “institution of the first class.” It is dedicated to achieving excellence and relevance in teaching, research, and service. It seeks to invest in programs and services that address issues and challenges affecting the diverse ethnic and socioeconomic population of Texas and the larger society including the global arena. The university seeks to provide a high quality educational experience for students who, upon completion of bachelors, masters, or doctorate degrees, possess self-sufficiency and professional competence. The experience is imbued by the institution’s values including, but not limited to, access and quality, accountability, diversity, leadership, relevance, and social responsibility.

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    $10,786
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    8,940
  • Total Programs

    85
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Master of Science in Physical Education

Prairie View A&M University

Prairie View, Texas

  • Tuition $12,716
  • Degree Master
  • Modality On-campus
  • The programs in the Department of Health and Kinesiology are designed to meet the professional needs and interests of students who wish to pursue a Master of Science or a Master of Education, with a major in Physical Education. The program is primarily for teachers, coaches, and school administrators. The curriculum prepares students for advanced teaching and/or administrative endeavors at the elementary or secondary levels. The MS program requires a thesis.
  • In-State Tuition: $12,716
    Out of State Tuition: $27,650

    Credits: 30
    Completion: 24 months

  • GPA: 2.75
    Letter of Recommendation: Check with University
    Essay Required: Yes
    Test Required: Check with University

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Master of Science in Nursing

Nurse Education

Prairie View A&M University

Prairie View, Texas

  • Tuition $19,075
  • Degree Master
  • Accreditation ACEN
  • Modality On-campus
  • The Master of Science in Nursing degree with a concentration in nurse education will prepare nurses to function in an advance practice role to provide education to nurses in the academic and health care setting. The nurse educator works also as a leader in effecting change in health and nursing education through participation in health care policy, scholarship, curriculum and program development, and promotion of innovative practices in the education and health care environments. The nurse education track will require students to complete 15 semester credit hours of core graduate courses, 15 semester credit hours in nursing education and 9 credit hours of advanced practice core courses. and 6 for the thesis or non-thesis option for a total of 45 semester credit hours. The student will select 6 semester credit hours of either a thesis or non-thesis option to complete the degree requirements of 45 semester credit hours.
  • In-State Tuition: $19,075
    Out of State Tuition: $41,475

    Credits: 45
    Completion: 24 months

  • GPA: 3.0
    Letter of Recommendation: 3
    Essay Required: Yes
    Test Required: Check with University

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Master of Science in Nursing

Nurse Administration

Prairie View A&M University

Prairie View, Texas

  • Tuition $17,803
  • Degree Master
  • Accreditation ACEN
  • Modality On-campus
  • The Master of Science in Nursing degree with a concentration in nursing administration prepares nurses to serve in a variety of leadership and managerial roles within the health care delivery system. The nursing administration track requires students to complete the MSN program core courses (15 SCH), 12 credits in nursing administration specialty courses, and 9 credit hours of electives in graduate level business or health informatics courses. Business courses provide the student the opportunity to learn business skills that further enhance their administrative backgrounds where health informatics courses provide a background in the area of informatics. The student completes 6 credit hours of either a thesis or non-thesis research option. The course of study prepares nurses to take the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s basic certification examination for Nurse Administrators. The majority of the classes are face-to-face. There are three classes that are taught on-line.
  • In-State Tuition: $17,803
    Out of State Tuition: $38,710

    Credits: 42
    Completion: 24 months

  • GPA: 3.0
    Letter of Recommendation: 3
    Essay Required: Yes
    Test Required: Check with University

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Master of Science in Nursing

Family Nurse Practitioner

Prairie View A&M University

Prairie View, Texas

  • Tuition $22,466
  • Degree Master
  • Accreditation ACEN
  • Modality On-campus
  • The Family Nurse Practitioner degree prepares advanced-practice nurses to provide primary health care to clients, families and communities. The total number of credit hours required is 53, which includes 780 hours of clinical practice. This course of study prepares nurses to take the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Family Nurse Practitioner Certification Examination or the American Academy of Nurse Practitioner Certification Examination. The majority of the classes are face-to-face. There are two that are taught on-line.
  • In-State Tuition: $22,466
    Out of State Tuition: $48,848

    Credits: 53
    Completion: 24 months

  • GPA: 3.0
    Letter of Recommendation: 3
    Essay Required: Yes
    Test Required: Check with University

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Master of Science in Juvenile Justice

Prairie View A&M University

Prairie View, Texas

  • Tuition $15,260
  • Degree Master
  • Modality On-campus
  • One Year Online Master’s Degree in Juvenile Justice. The MSJJ degree is online and is designed to prepare graduates to actively participate in the development of knowledge in juvenile justice and develop their skills as practitioners in the juvenile justice system. This program requires 36 credit hours, which can be completed in a series of 8-week sessions. Each semester will have two 8-week sessions. That means that each 8-weeks students can take 6 credit hours (or earn 12 credits per semester). Requirements also include a comprehensive examination. We admit in the spring, summer and fall. The program can be completed in one year.
  • In-State Tuition: $15,260
    Out of State Tuition: $33,180

    Credits: 36
    Completion: 12 months

  • GPA: 2.75
    Letter of Recommendation: Check with University
    Essay Required: Yes
    Test Required: Check with University

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Master of Science in Human Sciences

Prairie View A&M University

Prairie View, Texas

  • Tuition $13,988
  • Degree Master
  • Modality On-campus
  • The Department of Agriculture, Nutrition, and Human Ecology offers a M.S. degree, which requires a minimum of 33 credit hours of course work and 3/6 credit hours of a clinical practicum. The program will give an understanding of mental health and the skills required to work with individuals, couples, and families. We currently do not offer online or hybrid course. Our course offerings are face-to-face.
  • In-State Tuition: $13,988
    Out of State Tuition: $30,415

    Credits: 33
    Completion: 24 months

  • GPA: 2.75
    Letter of Recommendation: Check with University
    Essay Required: Yes
    Test Required: Check with University

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Master of Science in Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Prairie View A&M University

Prairie View, Texas

  • Tuition $12,716
  • Degree Master
  • Modality On-campus
  • The Master of Science Degree in Engineering is a general engineering program with four areas of concentration: Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. Students’ research experiences have real-world applications, such as the many funded projects focused on threats to homeland security.
  • In-State Tuition: $12,716
    Out of State Tuition: $27,650

    Credits: 30
    Completion: 24 months

  • GPA: 2.75
    Letter of Recommendation: Check with University
    Essay Required: Yes
    Test Required: Check with University

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Master of Science in Engineering

Environmental Engineering

Prairie View A&M University

Prairie View, Texas

  • Tuition $12,716
  • Degree Master
  • Modality On-campus
  • The Master of Science Degree in Engineering is a general engineering program with four areas of concentration: Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. Students’ research experiences have real-world applications, such as the many funded projects focused on threats to homeland security.
  • In-State Tuition: $12,716
    Out of State Tuition: $27,650

    Credits: 30
    Completion: 24 months

  • GPA: 2.75
    Letter of Recommendation: Check with University
    Essay Required: Yes
    Test Required: Check with University

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Master of Science in Engineering

Civil Engineering

Prairie View A&M University

Prairie View, Texas

  • Tuition $12,716
  • Degree Master
  • Modality On-campus
  • The Master of Science Degree in Engineering is a general engineering program with four areas of concentration: Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. Students’ research experiences have real-world applications, such as the many funded projects focused on threats to homeland security.
  • In-State Tuition: $12,716
    Out of State Tuition: $27,650

    Credits: 30
    Completion: 24 months

  • GPA: 2.75
    Letter of Recommendation: Check with University
    Essay Required: Yes
    Test Required: Check with University

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Master of Science in Electrical Engineering

Prairie View A&M University

Prairie View, Texas

  • Tuition $12,716
  • Degree Master
  • Modality On-campus
  • The primary objectives of the Master of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering include producing graduate students with advanced training in specific areas; producing a significant number of graduates with experience in research and who are prepared to pursue doctoral degrees; and producing post-graduates who have the technical, cognitive and interpersonal skills that will allow them to secure employment within the State of Texas and the Nation in areas of private industry, governmental research laboratories and design facilities.
  • In-State Tuition: $12,716
    Out of State Tuition: $27,650

    Credits: 30
    Completion: 24 months

  • GPA: 2.75
    Letter of Recommendation: Check with University
    Essay Required: Yes
    Test Required: Check with University

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Master of Science in Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Prairie View A&M University

Prairie View, Texas

  • Tuition $12,716
  • Degree Master
  • Modality On-campus
  • The Master of Science Degree in Engineering is a general engineering program with four areas of concentration: Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. Students’ research experiences have real-world applications, such as the many funded projects focused on threats to homeland security.
  • In-State Tuition: $12,716
    Out of State Tuition: $27,650

    Credits: 30
    Completion: 24 months

  • GPA: 2.75
    Letter of Recommendation: Check with University
    Essay Required: Yes
    Test Required: Check with University

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Master of Science in Computer Science

Prairie View A&M University

Prairie View, Texas

  • Tuition $15,260
  • Degree Master
  • Modality On-campus
  • The Computer Science Department offers Master of Science in Computer Science (MSCS) program, which requires 36 semester credit hours of graduate course work. Students can choose to take 30 credit hours courses and the 6 semester hours of Master’s Thesis, or 33 credit hours courses and 3 semester hours of Master’s Project.
  • In-State Tuition: $15,260
    Out of State Tuition: $33,180

    Credits: 36
    Completion: 24 months

  • GPA: 2.75
    Letter of Recommendation: Check with University
    Essay Required: Yes
    Test Required: Check with University

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Master of Science in Computer Information System

Prairie View A&M University

Prairie View, Texas

  • Tuition $15,260
  • Degree Master
  • Modality On-campus
  • The Computer Science Department offers Master of Science in Computer Information Systems (MSCIS) program, which requires 36 semester credit hours of graduate course work. Students can have three options to complete these 36 hours: (1) take 36 credit hour graduate courses, (2) take 30 credit hours courses and the 6 semester hours of Master’s Thesis, or (3) take 33 credit hours courses and 3 semester hours of Master’s Project.
  • In-State Tuition: $15,260
    Out of State Tuition: $33,180

    Credits: 36
    Completion: 24 months

  • GPA: 2.75
    Letter of Recommendation: Check with University
    Essay Required: Yes
    Test Required: Check with University

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Master of Science in Chemistry

Prairie View A&M University

Prairie View, Texas

  • Tuition $12,716
  • Degree Master
  • Modality On-campus
  • The Department of Chemistry at Prairie View A&M University offers a research-based M.S. degree program, which requires a minimum of 24 credit hours of course work and 6 credit hours of research work.
  • In-State Tuition: $12,716
    Out of State Tuition: $27,650

    Credits: 30
    Completion: 24 months

  • GPA: 2.75
    Letter of Recommendation: Check with University
    Essay Required: Yes
    Test Required: Check with University

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Master of Science in Accounting

Prairie View A&M University

Prairie View, Texas

  • Tuition $12,716
  • Degree Master
  • Modality Hybrid
  • The College of Business offers the M.S. in Accounting degree program, which requires completion of 30 credit hours of coursework, including 21 credit hours of required coursework and 9 credit hours in approved elective coursework. Students enrolled in this program gain advanced accounting knowledge applicable to careers in public or corporate accounting. Coursework earned in the MSA program can also be used to help meet requirements to sit for the Certified Public Accountancy (CPA) exam. This program is taught in a hybrid format.
  • In-State Tuition: $12,716
    Out of State Tuition: $27,650

    Credits: 30
    Completion: 24 months

  • GPA: 2.75
    Letter of Recommendation: Check with University
    Essay Required: Yes
    Test Required: Not Required

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Master of Education in Special Education

Prairie View A&M University

Prairie View, Texas

  • Tuition $12,716
  • Degree Master
  • Modality On-campus
  • The graduate programs in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction are designed to develop those advanced competencies in leadership and instruction that will enable individuals to demonstrate analytical processes in the teaching/learning environment and procedures of educational research and its application. The programs offer the Master of Science in Education and the Master of Education. The MS programs in the department require a thesis.
  • In-State Tuition: $12,716
    Out of State Tuition: $27,650

    Credits: 30
    Completion: 24 months

  • GPA: 2.75
    Letter of Recommendation: Check with University
    Essay Required: Yes
    Test Required: Check with University

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Master of Education in Special Education

Prairie View A&M University

Prairie View, Texas

  • Tuition $12,716
  • Degree Master
  • Modality On-campus
  • The graduate programs in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction are designed to develop those advanced competencies in leadership and instruction that will enable individuals to demonstrate analytical processes in the teaching/learning environment and procedures of educational research and its application. The programs offer the Master of Science in Education and the Master of Education. The MS programs in the department require a thesis.
  • In-State Tuition: $12,716
    Out of State Tuition: $27,650

    Credits: 30
    Completion: 24 months

  • GPA: 2.75
    Letter of Recommendation: Check with University
    Essay Required: Yes
    Test Required: Check with University

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Master of Education in Physical Education

Prairie View A&M University

Prairie View, Texas

  • Tuition $12,716
  • Degree Master
  • Modality On-campus
  • The programs in the Department of Health and Kinesiology are designed to meet the professional needs and interests of students who wish to pursue a Master of Science or a Master of Education, with a major in Physical Education. The program is primarily for teachers, coaches, and school administrators. The curriculum prepares students for advanced teaching and/or administrative endeavors at the elementary or secondary levels. The MS program requires a thesis.
  • In-State Tuition: $12,716
    Out of State Tuition: $27,650

    Credits: 30
    Completion: 24 months

  • GPA: 2.75
    Letter of Recommendation: Check with University
    Essay Required: Yes
    Test Required: Check with University

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Master of Education in Health

Prairie View A&M University

Prairie View, Texas

  • Tuition $12,716
  • Degree Master
  • Modality On-campus
  • The programs in the Department of Health and Kinesiology are designed to meet the professional needs and interests of students who wish to pursue a Master of Science or a Master of Education, with a major in Health or Physical Education. The graduate programs are designed for those students with special interests in the areas of Health and Physical Education. The Master’s degree in Health is primarily for those students who are interested in school health education or working in various health care settings such as hospitals, public and private health and education agencies, or health promotion programs. An internship is required.
  • In-State Tuition: $12,716
    Out of State Tuition: $27,650

    Credits: 30
    Completion: 24 months

  • GPA: 2.75
    Letter of Recommendation: Check with University
    Essay Required: Yes
    Test Required: Check with University

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Master of Education in Health

Prairie View A&M University

Prairie View, Texas

  • Tuition $12,716
  • Degree Master
  • Modality On-campus
  • The programs in the Department of Health and Kinesiology are designed to meet the professional needs and interests of students who wish to pursue a Master of Science or a Master of Education, with a major in Health or Physical Education. The graduate programs are designed for those students with special interests in the areas of Health and Physical Education. The Master’s degree in Health is primarily for those students who are interested in school health education or working in various health care settings such as hospitals, public and private health and education agencies, or health promotion programs. An internship is required.
  • In-State Tuition: $12,716
    Out of State Tuition: $27,650

    Credits: 30
    Completion: 24 months

  • GPA: 2.75
    Letter of Recommendation: Check with University
    Essay Required: Yes
    Test Required: Check with University


Mission

Prairie View A&M University is a state-assisted, public, comprehensive land grant institution of higher education. The university was designated in a 1984 amendment to the Texas Constitution as an “institution of the first class.” It is dedicated to achieving excellence and relevance in teaching, research, and service. It seeks to invest in programs and services that address issues and challenges affecting the diverse ethnic and socioeconomic population of Texas and the larger society including the global arena. The university seeks to provide a high quality educational experience for students who, upon completion of bachelors, masters, or doctorate degrees, possess self-sufficiency and professional competence. The experience is imbued by the institution’s values including, but not limited to, access and quality, accountability, diversity, leadership, relevance, and social responsibility.

Ranking

West #95 / HBCU #21

Online/On-Campus

2/81

Student--Faculty Ratio

19
1

Inclusivity

  • LGBTQ+ Friendly
  • Veteran Friendly

Greek Organizations

  • Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity
  • Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority
  • Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity
  • Omega Psi Phi Fraternity
  • Delta Sigma Theta Sorority
  • Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity
  • Zeta Phi Beta Sorority
  • Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority
  • Iota Phi Theta

Athletics

  • Conference: Southwestern Athletic Conference
  • Division: I-FCS
  • Mascot: Panthers
  • Band Name: Marching Storm