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.
Alcorn State University maintains strong position in 2025 US News & World Report College rankings
Alcorn State University continues to demonstrate its commitment to academic excellence and student success, as reflected in the recently released U.S. News & World Report College Rankings. The University improved its overall ranking among Read More
Alcorn State University Department of Social Work hosts 52nd Annual Alabama-Mississippi Social Work Education Conference
The Alcorn State University Department of Social Work will host the 52nd Annual Alabama-Mississippi Social Work Education Conference from October 2-4, 2024, at the Vicksburg Convention Center in Vicksburg, Miss. The conference will feature two Read More
Annual Founder’s Day Convocation to feature Mission Mississippi President Brian Crawford
Alcorn State University will host its annual Founders’ Day Convocation on Thursday, September 26, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. in the historic Oakland Memorial Chapel. This year’s speaker will be Brian Crawford, president of Mission Mississippi, 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.