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.
Thaddeus Fairley to lead National Policy Research Center at Alcorn State University
Dr. Tracy M. Cook, president of Alcorn State University, has appointed Thaddeus Fairley as interim executive director of the National Policy Research Center at Alcorn State University. The Policy Center was formerly known as the Read More
Alcorn State Waives Graduate Application Fees
Applying to graduate school at Alcorn State University is about to be even more affordable, as the university is launching a campaign focused on eliminating application costs. Beginning Friday, May 15, the university’s Office of Read More
Alcorn State president named to 2026 Mississippi Top 100
Dr. Tracy M. Cook, president of Alcorn State University, has been selected for the 2026 class of the Mississippi Top 100 by the Magnolia Tribune. Cook was recognized in the Culture and Community category. He 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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