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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.
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including education, medicine, law, business and professional athletics.
Alcorn State University Celebrates Spring Commencement with Rep. Gregory Holloway Sr. as Keynote Speaker
Alcorn State University held its spring 2025 commencement ceremonies today, honoring nearly 450 graduates in two separate events at the Davey L. Whitney HPER Complex. Mississippi State Representative Gregory Holloway Sr., an alumnus of the Read More
Albany, Ga. native graduates early, driven to physical therapy aspirations
Chase Davis, a 20-year-old Albany native, is celebrating the completion of his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology with a concentration in Physical Therapy from Alcorn State University, graduating a year early. Davis maintained a Read More
First-gen college grad earns third degree, heads to Ole Miss for Ph.D.
When Emary Smith walks across the stage at Alcorn State University's commencement ceremony this weekend, it will mark the third academic milestone for the Jackson native whose journey began as a first-generation college student. Smith, Read More
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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.