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.
USDA Offers Professional Development Workshops for Aspiring Agriculture Professionals
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is hosting two upcoming professional development workshops tailored for interns, scholars, and national service participants interested in pursuing a fulfilling career in agriculture and related fields. The workshops, Read More
Alcorn State University’s Advanced Technologies Department receives donation from Nissan to enhance robotics labs and STEM outreach
Alcorn State University’s Advanced Technologies Department received a donation from Nissan to support its engineering technology-focused academic and outreach activities. Nissan awarded the department $45,000 to assist with improving its robotics laboratories and continuing its Read More
President Cook honored with Doctoral Leadership Initiative Award and delivers inspiring keynote address
On Saturday, June 22, Dr. Tracy M. Cook, president of Alcorn State University, received the Doctoral Leadership Initiative Honoring Excellence Award and was the event’s keynote speaker at The Westin Jackson. The event was part 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.