Alcorn State University
Highest Degree Offered
Doctor's Degree
Tuition per Year (out of state)
$8,176
Surrounding Environment
Rural: Remote
Description:
Alcorn State, founded in 1871, is the oldest historically black, land-grant university in the country. Its 1,700-acre campus is located in Lorman, 90 miles southwest of Jackson.
1000 ASU Dr Ste 359
Alcorn State, MS 39096-7500
General Info:
601.877.6100
Website:
www.alcorn.edu/
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Alcorn State University
Admissions
Requirements:
- Secondary school GPA
- Secondary school record
- Admission test scores
- TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
Admission:
Total Men WomenNumber of Applicants 4,819 1,423 3,396Applicants Admitted 1,875 489 1,386Admitted Students Enrolled Full Time 376 115 261Part Time 26 11 15
Test Scores:
SAT The SAT was taken by 40 enrolled students, or 10%. 25th Percentile 75th Percentile Critical Reading 433 538 Math 420 535 Writing 433 538
ACT The ACT was taken by 362 enrolled students, or 90%. 25th Percentile 75th Percentile Verbal 15 27 Math 17 26
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Alcorn State University
Tuition and Fees
Undergraduate Year: 2021-2022
Average Tuition & Expenses for Full-Time Undergraduates
Tuition & Fees In-State $8,176Out-Of-State $8,176Books & Supplies $1,606On-Campus Room & Board $10,890Other Expenses $3,140Off-Campus Room & Board $10,890Other Expenses $6,776Off-Campus With Family Other Expenses $6,776
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Alcorn State University
Programs
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Majors | Degree Type |
---|---|
Accounting. | MD/DO |
Agricultural Business and Management, General. | MD/DO |
Agricultural Economics. | MD/DO |
Agriculture, General. | MD/DO |
Biology/Biological Sciences, General. | MD/DO |
Biotechnology. | MD/DO |
Business Administration and Management, General. | MD/DO |
Casino Management. | MD/DO |
Chemistry, General. | MD/DO |
Child Development. | MD/DO |
Community College Administration. | MD/DO |
Computer and Information Sciences, General. | MD/DO |
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies. | MD/DO |
Elementary Education and Teaching. | MD/DO |
English Language and Literature, General. | MD/DO |
Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General. | MD/DO |
General Studies. | MD/DO |
History, General. | MD/DO |
Human Development and Family Studies, General. | MD/DO |
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other. | MD/DO |
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. | MD/DO |
Mass Communication/Media Studies. | MD/DO |
Mathematics, General. | MD/DO |
Military Technologies and Applied Sciences, Other. | MD/DO |
Music Performance, General. | MD/DO |
Music, General. | MD/DO |
Nursing Practice. | MD/DO |
Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies. | MD/DO |
Political Science and Government, General. | MD/DO |
Psychology, General. | MD/DO |
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing, Other. | MD/DO |
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. | MD/DO |
Robotics Technology/Technician. | MD/DO |
Secondary Education and Teaching. | MD/DO |
Social Work. | MD/DO |
Sociology, General. | MD/DO |
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management. | MD/DO |
System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager. | MD/DO |
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels. | MD/DO |
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Alcorn State University
Financial Aid
Aid Type | # Receiving | % Receiving | Average Amt |
---|---|---|---|
Federal Grants | 311 | 80% | $ 7,920 |
State/Local Grants | 33 | 8% | $ 2,660 |
Institutional Grants | 129 | 33% | $ 5,304 |
Loans To Students | 299 | 77% | $ 6,255 |
Percent of In-State, full-time, first-time undergraduates receiving financial aid: 99%
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Alcorn State University
Enrollment
Fall 2021
Undergraduate: | 2,533 |
Graduate: | 541 |
School Total: | 3,074 |
By Gender | Undergraduate | Graduate |
---|---|---|
Men | 853 / 34% | 132 / 24% |
Women | 1,680 / 66% | 409 / 76% |
By Race | Undergraduate | Graduate |
---|---|---|
International | 88 / 3% | 12 / 2% |
African-American | 2,321 / 92% | 507 / 94% |
Native American | 4 / 0% | 0 / 0% |
Asian | 3 / 0% | 5 / 1% |
Hispanic | 27 / 1% | 0 / 0% |
Caucasian | 75 / 3% | 17 / 3% |
Other | 0 / 0% | 0 / 0% |
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Alcorn State University
Student Services
Services Offered:
- Remedial services
- Academic/Career counseling service
- Employment services for students
- Placement services for completers
Special Learning Opportunities Offered:
- Distance Learning Opportunities (Undergraduate & Graduate)
- ROTC
- Study Abroad
- Teacher Certification
Library:
- Physical Facilities
- Organized collection of printed materials
- Access to digital/electronic resources
- Staff trained to provide and interpret library materials
- Established library hours
- Access to library collections that are shared with other institutions
ROTC Options:
- Army
Teacher Certification Details:
- Students can complete their preparation in certain areas of specialization.
- Approved by the state for initial certifcation or licensure of teachers.
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Alcorn State University
Athletics
Athletic Association: National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
NCAA or NAIA Membership:
Football: Southwestern Athletic Conference Basketball: Southwestern Athletic Conference Baseball: Southwestern Athletic Conference Cross Country/Track: Southwestern Athletic Conference
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