Who We Are
The Office of Graduate Studies at Alcorn State University was established to provide programs of advanced study for graduates desirous to advance their careers in the workforce. The Graduate School has an important influence in creating high standards for academic accomplishment and in achieving an intellectual environment of the highest quality for the university’s community.
Our graduate programs offer students challenging and meaningful experiences aimed at helping them grow as analytical thinkers, effective communicators, experts in their fields, and creative and responsible participants in a dynamic world. Graduate Studies is committed to excellence in all graduate degree and certificate programs. We have faculty, staff, and administrators dedicated to achieving the mission and vision of the graduate school. To assist you in knowing who we are, here are some quick facts about Graduate Studies at Alcorn State University.
Quick Facts
| Name: | Alcorn State University Graduate Studies |
| The University: | Public institution |
| Campus: | Lorman, Vicksburg, Natchez |
| Founded: | Graduate Studies 1975 |
| Organization theme: | “Home of the Braves” |
| Degrees granted: | Master’s, Specialist, Doctoral |
| Accreditation: | Full accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Universities |
| Administration: | Office of Academic Affairs |
| Enrollment: | 512 |
| Academic programs: | 16 different graduate degree programs, 39 concentrations, 5 certificate programs |
| Top 3 degree programs: (by degrees granted) | Secondary Education Masters Workforce Education Leadership School Counseling |
| Academic calendar: | Fall and spring semesters, summer sessions |
| Interim Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs: | Dr. Joyce Buckner-Brown |
| Associate Provost for Research, Innovation, and Graduate Education: | Dr. Edmund Buckner |
| Address: | 1000 ASU Drive #689 Walter Washington Administration Building Lorman, MS 39096-7500 |
| Content Manager: |
Julia Odom
Phone: 601.877.4708
Fax: 601.877.6995 |