Alcorn State University
Alcorn State University is a public 4-year institution in Alcorn State, MS. It enrolls about 2,894 students and admits roughly 25% of first-year applicants.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Public 4-year |
| Control | public |
| Level | 4-year |
| Location | Alcorn State, MS 39096 |
| County | Claiborne County |
| Enrollment | 2,894 |
| Acceptance rate | 25% |
| Applicants / admitted | 7,511 / 1,852 |
| In-state tuition & fees | $8,549 |
| Out-of-state tuition & fees | $8,549 |
| Graduation rate (150%) | 46% |
| Transfer-out rate | — |
| Full-time retention rate | 79% |
| Average net price (after aid) | $13,155 |
| Campus setting | Rural: Remote |
| Size category | 1,000 - 4,999 |
| Highest degree offered | Doctor's degree |
| SAT middle 50% (EBRW+Math) | 430–495 |
| ACT middle 50% | 15–24 |
| Website | www.alcorn.edu/ |
| Phone | 6018776100 |
| Classification | Historically Black College or University (HBCU) |
Admissions
About 7,511 students applied and 1,852 were admitted. Of those admitted, 505 enrolled.
Cost
Tuition and required fees are about $8,549 for full-time first-year students, the same for in-state and out-of-state students, which is typical of private institutions. Room and board are extra.
Cost after financial aid
The average net price — what students actually pay after grants and scholarships — is $13,155 per year for first-time, full-time students receiving Title IV aid.
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| Under $30,000 | $13,010 |
| $30,001–48,000 | $14,640 |
| $48,001–75,000 | $16,450 |
| $75,001–110,000 | $17,658 |
| Over $110,000 | $12,089 |
Net price falls as family income falls because need-based aid rises. These are 2022-23 figures reported to IPEDS; use them to compare institutions, and use each college's own net price calculator for a personal estimate.
Outcomes
Of the 728 first-time, full-time students in the 150% cohort, 46% completed their programme within 150% of normal time. That cohort definition matters: part-time students and transfers are not included, so a college that serves many of them can have a low reported rate while still graduating most of its students.
Where it is
Alcorn State University is in Alcorn State, MS, Claiborne County. Its coordinates are 31.8772, -91.1429.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Alcorn State University?
About 25% of first-year applicants are admitted, based on federal IPEDS data for 7,511 applicants.
How much does Alcorn State University cost?
Tuition and required fees are about $8,549 for in-state students, excluding room and board.
How many students attend Alcorn State University?
About 2,894 students are enrolled.