Alcorn is a place of purpose, history, and discovery.
With a steadfast focus on the future, bolstered by its rich heritage of trailblazers and innovators, Alcorn is well-known for its supportive and well-rounded learning environment while providing an excellent education at an affordable price. We invite you to explore our highly regarded academic programs. Talk with us about the ones that spark your curiosity, your intellect, and your creativity.
Generations of successful alumni have distinguished themselves in the most competitive arenas,
including education, medicine, law, business and professional athletics.
Alcorn Legacy student succeeds against odds
Dennis Wayne Ashley Sr. ’97 and Etta Kizart Ashley ’94 met on the campus of Alcorn State University during their undergraduate studies. Their son, Dennis Ashley Jr., will graduate on Saturday. Dennis, an agricultural science Read More
Rouse lands dream job in nursing, following in her mother’s footsteps
Melissa Calvin Rouse began her journey at Alcorn State’s Cora S. Balmat School of Nursing as a way to move ahead in her career and build a better life for her family. She recently accepted a position Read More
George selected as faculty fellow for the Howard University & PNC National Center for Entrepreneurship
An Alcorn State professor has been selected as a faculty fellow for the Howard University & PNC National Center for Entrepreneurship (HUxPNC Center). Dr. Babu George, a professor in the School of Business, will participate Read More
About Alcorn
Alcorn State University has a great tradition of excellence and a powerful place in history. From our founding as the nation’s first public historically black land-grant institution to creating great advantages and opportunities for our students.