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.
Mississippi Christian University, Alcorn State University partner on new 4+1 accelerated accountancy degree program
Accounting students at Alcorn State University have access to an accelerated Master of Accountancy (MAcc) degree pathway made possible through a newly established partnership with Mississippi Christian University. A Memorandum of Understanding between MC and Read More
Alcorn State set to waive graduate application fees throughout July
Alcorn State University is waiving the application fee for its graduate programs throughout July. The move strips away one of the most common reasons students put off applying — the cost at the front door. Read More
Alcorn State students present AI research at HBCU biology symposium
The future of biology may be written in code. Alcorn State University students are already learning the language. A delegation of 37 students and three faculty members from the university's Department of Biological Sciences presented 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.


