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 stands out among 47 HBCUs at national leadership institute
Among student leaders and staff from 47 HBCUs, Alcorn State University's delegation stood out. Its members left a national leadership institute with awards in hand. The group attended the National Association of Student Affairs Professionals Read More
Mason-Montgomery appointed as associate director in Extension Program at Alcorn State
Dr. Melissa Mason-Montgomery has been named as associate director of Extension. She began in the new role on June 1. A two-time Alcorn graduate, she steps into the role with experience across agricultural research, outreach Read More
Alcorn State University faculty receives $15,000 from VentureWell to strengthen institutional innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem
Lorman, Miss. — May 29, 2026 — Alcorn State University is proud to announce that Dr. Antwon D. Woods, dean of the School of Business, has been named as a recipient of VentureWell’s Institutional Innovation 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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