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 State’s School of Nursing ranks No. 2 for Best Online Nurse Practitioner Program in Mississippi
Alcorn State University’s School of Nursing is ranked No. 2 in Mississippi in the 2025 Best Online Nurse Practitioner Programs by a national nursing advocacy organization. “This achievement reflects our commitment to educational excellence, the Read More
Niche ranks Alcorn no. 2 on its 2025 Best HBCU Schools in America list
Alcorn State University continues to gain recognition as one of the country’s top HBCUs, according to an online college ranking system. Niche ranks Alcorn no. 2 on its 2025 Best HBCU Schools in America list. Read More
Wakefield tapped to lead Alcorn State’s College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences
Dexter B. Wakefield I has been appointed dean of the College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences (CAAS) at Alcorn State University. “The Office of Academic Affairs is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Dexter 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.
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