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.
Montell Jordan inspires students during Alcorn’s Spring 2024 Commencement Ceremony
Over 400 scholars received degrees during the 2024 Spring Commencement Ceremony held Saturday, May 11, at the Davey L. Whitney HPER Complex, Alcorn State University. Two ceremonies were held. The first began at 9 a.m. Read More
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
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.