Congratulations to our Spring 2026 Graduates!
CONGRATULATIONS on being a Spring 2026 prospective graduate of Alcorn State University! The Spring Commencement Exercises will take place on Saturday, May 9th in the Davey L. Whitney HPER Complex.
The University will continue to enforce safety protocols to protect the health and well-being of our campus community. Face coverings are strongly encouraged in venues, especially in small groups or when in close proximity to others.
If your future plans include graduate school, please consider applying to one of the exciting graduate programs at Alcorn State University.
This page will serve as your primary source of information for commencement updates.
| EVENT | DATE | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
| Application for Degree | ||
| Cap & Gown Pick-up |
Wednesday, May 6-7, 2026 |
E. E. Simmons Gymnasium |
| Commencement Rehearsal | Friday, May 8, 2026 10:00 a.m. |
Davey L. Whitney HPER Complex |
| Cap & Gown Pick-up | Friday, May 8, 2026 Immediately following rehearsal until 3:00 p.m. |
E.E. Simmons Gymnasium |
| Commencement Day |
Saturday, May 9, 2026
1:00pm (procession begins at 12:45pm)
|
Davey L. Whitney HPER |

Becoming A Brave Alumnus
As a graduate of Alcorn State University you are a member of a special community.

