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 University to host Purple and Gold Day to discuss 2026 legislative priorities
Alcorn State University and the ASU Foundation Inc. will host Purple and Gold Day 2026 on Feb. 17 at the Mississippi State Capitol Building in Jackson, Miss. The event will begin at 8 a.m. with Read More
School of Business announces spring Conversations with the Dean lineup
The Alcorn State University School of Business will launch its spring 2026 Conversations with the Dean series with JPMorgan Chase executives at 1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5, in the Dr. Rudolph E. Waters Sr. Classroom Read More
Alcorn Child Development Learning Center announces open enrollment and new drop-in service
The Alcorn State University Child Development Learning Center (CDLC) announced open enrollment for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old and the launch of a new drop-in childcare service for full-time undergraduate students. The 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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