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.
Dr. Marcus Ward completes AGB Institute for Leadership & Governance in Higher Education
Dr. Marcus Ward, senior vice president of institutional advancement and executive director of the ASU Foundation, Inc., recently completed the AGB Institute for Leadership & Governance in Higher Education. He was among 19 fellows from Read More
Alcorn State Alumnae Erby, Palmer-Jones Honored by United Way
Alcorn State University alumnae Manola C. Erby and Teresa Palmer-Jones were recognized for their decades of service at the United Way of the Capital Area's Women United Excellence Awards luncheon, held Thursday, March 6, 2025, Read More
Alcorn State University to Celebrate Academic Excellence at 86th Annual Honors Convocation
Alcorn State University will hold its 86th Annual Honors Convocation on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at 10 a.m. in Oakland Memorial Chapel. The theme of the year's event is "Striving for Excellence." Dr. John E. 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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