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.
Fulbright director to visit Alcorn State University to discuss global academic opportunities
Alcorn State University will host Dr. Julie Taylor, director of academic relations for the Fulbright Program at the Institute of International Education (IIE), for a series of presentations on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026. Taylor assumed Read More
Alcorn business dean named to Mississippi’s 50 Under Fifty list
The Legacy Network Foundation named Alcorn State University School of Business Dean Antwon D. Woods, Ph.D., MBA, PMP, to its 2026 class of Mississippi’s 50 Under Fifty Top Urban Elite Professionals. The foundation will recognize Read More
Alcorn State University announces modified operations due to inclement weather
Due to inclement weather, Alcorn State University will implement the following operational changes. On Monday, Jan. 26, faculty and staff will work remotely. All classes will transition to online instruction. On Tuesday, Jan. 27, the 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.
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