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Prairie View A&M University

UNCF’s holistic, powerful study, “Transforming Futures: The Economic Engine of HBCUs,” reaffirms the significant economic contributions of Prairie View A&M University. Through the production and consumption of various goods and services by Prairie View A&M University’s faculty, employees and students, this institution acts as a catalyst for economic growth locally and regionally. This dynamic creates a ripple effect, leading to increased employment opportunities, heightened economic expansion and a more dynamic community environment.

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Founded in 1876 in Prairie View, TX, Prairie View A&M (PVAMU) is the second-oldest public institution of higher education in the state of Texas. PVAMU offers a diverse array of degree programs, featuring prominent ones in health and physical education/fitness, criminal justice/safety and psychology.

  • $612.6M
    Total Economic Impact
  • 4,305
    Jobs
  • $5.1B
    Total Lifetime Earnings of 2021 Graduates