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Alcorn State University
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Alcorn State University Academics
Alcorn State University (also known as Alcorn State or ASU) offers over 50 degrees within seven different schools including the School of Arts and Science, the School of Education and Psychology, the School of Agriculture and Applied Sciences, the School of Business, the School of Nursing, the School of Graduate Studies and the College of Excellence.
The School of Arts and Sciences at Alcorn State offers degrees in liberal arts fields including biology, mathematics and political science. The school also offers a bachelor’s degree in music and a curriculum for the Department of Military Science that prepares students for military service in the Army.
The School of Agriculture, Research, Extension and Applied Sciences (AREAS) hosts a number of departments and programs including agricultural science, human sciences and research centers such as the Swine Development Center and the Mississippi Small Farm Development Center. The Alcorn Experiment Station was founded by Alcorn State in partnership with Mississippi State University. The program conducts studies on fruits and vegetables and seeks to identify solutions to problems in the industry.
The School of Education and Psychology offers degrees in elementary education, psychology and interdisciplinary studies. Along with four other colleges, the school sponsors the America Reads-Mississippi program, which is the largest literacy program in the nation.
Alcorn State University Admissions
Students must have a signed official school application, ACT/SAT scores, official high school or college transcripts, immunization records and copy of social security card or drivers license on file in the Office of Administration before the application process.
Students applying as freshmen must complete a college preparatory curriculum with a minimum 3.2 GPA or with a minimum of 2.5 GPA and score of at least a 16 on the ACT / 790 on the SAT.
Graduate admissions require a completed application for admission, scores from the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) or Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT), and official transcripts of all college work, two letters of recommendation, and an additional application fee for out-of-state applications.
Alcorn State University Financial Aid
Students must apply for the FAFSA for aid consideration. An Alcorn State financial aid application must be completed as well. All students are eligible to receive federal loans. The William Ford Loan is also available at the school. Aid recipients are required to sign a promissory note and complete financial aid counseling.
The school offers grants, loans and scholarships. Grants include the Federal Pell Grant, the National SMART Grant and the Diversity Grant.
Scholarships include academic scholarships awarded through the office of Admissions based on GPA, service scholarships awarded for band and athletics, and ASU Foundation scholarships awarded based upon availability of funds.
Alcorn State University Students
Alcorn State University was founded in 1871 in Lorman, Mississippi. The school was the nation’s first state-supported higher education institution for African Americans and today enrolls more than 5,000 students.
The campus at Alcorn State sits on 1,700 acres in the heart of Mississippi. The campus has had many additions in the last several years including a five-mile bike/walking trail, an ecology and natural resources facility and a baseball stadium.
Alcorn State offers more than 40 clubs for students to participate in including a student government, a newspaper and music and theater groups.
Alcorn State University Athletics
Alcorn State participates in a host of intercollegiate athletics including basketball, track and football. The Braves compete in the Southwestern Athletic Conference in the NCAA Division 1.
Pro Bowl quarterback Steve McNair is an Alcorn State alumni.
Information Summary
Ranks 970th overall and 11th in Mississippi
| Overall Score
On StateUniversity.com (about) |
74.4 |
|---|---|
| Total Cost
On-Campus Attendance |
$15,072 |
| Admission
Success rate |
64% |
| ACT / SAT
75 %ile scores |
20 / 930 |
| Student Ratio
Ratio of students to faculty |
16 : 1 |
| Retention
(Full-Time / Part-Time) |
69% / 100% |
| Enrollment
Total (all students) |
3,584 |
Demographics – Main Campus and Surrounding Areas
Reported area around or near Alcorn State, MS 39096-7500
| Surrounding community | Remote rural area (over 25 mi. away from an urban area) |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,138 (N/A urban / 4,138 rural) |
| Households | 831 (2.91 people per house) |
| Median Household Income | $18,925 |
| Families | 604 (3.49 people per family) |
| Pop. — African American | 3,852 |
| Pop. — Asian | 7 |
| Pop. — Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Pop. — American Indian / Alaskan Native | 5 |
| Pop. — White (incl. Hispanic) | 273 |
| Pop. — Other | 7 |
Carnegie Foundation Classification
Master's Colleges and Universities (medium programs)
| Undergraduate | Balanced arts & sciences/professions, some graduate coexistence |
|---|---|
| Graduate | Postbaccalaureate with arts & sciences (education dominant) |
| Undergraduate Population | Full-time four-year, inclusive |
| Enrollment | High undergraduate |
| Size & Setting | Small four-year, highly residential |
General Characteristics
| Highest offering | Post-master's certificate |
|---|---|
| Calendar System | Semester |
| Years of college work required | N/A |
| Variable Tuition |  |
Special Learning Opportunities
| Distance Learning | |
|---|---|
| ROTC — Army / Navy / Air Force | —
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| Study Abroad | |
| Weekend College | |
| Teacher Certification | |
Student Tuition Costs and Fees
What are the typical tuition costs and fees for attending Alcorn State University?
Ranks 1546th for total cost of attendance
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FT Undergraduate Tuition | $3,432 | $3,432 | $3,432 |
| FT Undergraduate Required Fees | $892 | $892 | $6,378 |
| PT Undergraduate per Credit Hour | $180 | $180 | $409 |
| FT Graduate Tuition | $3,432 | $3,432 | $3,432 |
| FT Graduate Required Fees | $892 | $892 | $6,378 |
| PT Graduate per Credit Hour | $240 | $240 | $545 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — On-Campus | $15,072 | $15,072 | $20,558 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus w/out Family | $16,083 | $16,083 | $21,569 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus with Family | $11,517 | $11,517 | $17,003 |
Student Tuition Cost History and Trends
Three year history and trends on the cost of attending
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published Tuition & Fees | $3,919  $4,324 |
$3,919  $4,324 |
$8,887  $9,810 |
| Cost (regardless of residency) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $1,320  $1,354 |
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| On-Campus – Room & Board | $4,272  $4,880 |
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| On-Campus – Other Expenses | $4,400  $4,514 |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Room & Board | $4,361  $4,566 |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Other Expenses | $5,650  $5,839 |
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| Off-Campus with Family – Room & Board | $5,650  $5,839 |
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Admission Details
| Application Fee Required | N/A |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate Application Fee | N/A |
| Graduate Application Fee | $10 |
| First Professional Application Fee | N/A |
| Applicants | 3,553 (1,256 male / 2,297 female) |
| Admitted | 2,268 (757 male / 1,511 female) |
| Admission rate | 64% |
| First-time Enrollment | 513 (208 male / 305 female) |
| FT Enrollment | 504 (203 male / 301 female) |
| PT Enrollment | 9 (5 male / 4 female) |
| Total Enrollment | 3,584 |
Admission Criteria
What criteria does Alcorn State University use for admissions?
| Open Admissions | |
|---|---|
| Secondary School GPA / Rank / Record |  / / |
| College Prep. Completion | |
| Recommendations | N/A |
| Formal competency demo | N/A |
| Admission test scores | |
| TOEFL | |
| Other tests | N/A |
= Recommended, 
= Neither required nor recommended
Admission Credits Accepted
What types of credits does Alcorn State University accept?
| Dual Credit | |
|---|---|
| Life Experience | |
| Advanced Placement (AP) | |
Athletics - Association Memberships
| Sports / Athletic Conference Memberships | NCAA |
|---|---|
| NCAA Football Conference | Southwestern Athletic Conference |
| NCAA Basketball Conference | Southwestern Athletic Conference |
| NCAA Baseball Conference | Southwestern Athletic Conference |
| NCAA Track & Field Conference | Southwestern Athletic Conference |
ACT Test Admission
Ranks 1248th for 75pctl scores
| Applicants submitting ACT results | 92% |
|---|---|
| Verbal scores (25/75 %ile) | 16 / 21 |
| Math scores (25/75 %ile) | 16 / 19 |
| Cumulative scores (25/75 %ile) | 16 / 20 |
SAT Test Admission
Ranks 1263rd for 75pctl scores
| Applicants submitting SAT results | 8% |
|---|---|
| Verbal scores (25/75 %ile) | 390 / 460 |
| Math scores (25/75 %ile) | 410 / 470 |
| Cumulative scores (25/75 %ile) | 800 / 930 |
Student Services
| Remedial Services | |
|---|---|
| Academic / Career Counseling | |
| PT Cost-defraying Employment | |
| Career Placement | |
| On-Campus Day Care | |
| Library Facility | |
Student Living
| First-time Room / Board Required | |
|---|---|
| Dorm Capacity | 2,495 |
| Meals per Week | 21 |
| Room Fee | $2,802 |
| Board Fee | $2,072 |
Student Financial Aid Details
How many students use Financial Aid, and how much do they use?
Alcorn State University Ranks 1431st for the average student loan amount.
| Average | Users | % of Attendees | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Grant Aid | $3,687 | 302 |  62% |
| State & Local Grant Aid | $466 | 72 |  15% |
| Institutional Grant Aid | $6,646 | 136 |  28% |
| Student Loan Aid | $5,330 | 294 |  60% |
| Any financial aid type | 407 |  83% |
Student Enrollment Demographics
How many students are enrolled at Alcorn State University?
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
Non Resident Alien | 41 | 44 | 85 |
Black Non-Hispanic | 1,097 | 2,124 | 3,221 |
Hispanic | 7 | 6 | 13 |
Asian / Pacific Islander | 5 | 3 | 8 |
American Indian / Alaskan Native | N/A | 1 | 1 |
White Non-Hispanic | 74 | 182 | 256 |
Race Unknown | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total | 1,224 | 2,360 | 3,584 |
Student Graduation Demographics
How many students graduated at Alcorn State University?
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
Non Resident Alien | 4 | 1 | 5 |
Black Non-Hispanic | 232 | 246 | 478 |
Hispanic | 1 | N/A | 1 |
Asian / Pacific Islander | N/A | N/A | N/A |
American Indian / Alaskan Native | N/A | N/A | N/A |
White Non-Hispanic | 4 | 1 | 5 |
Race Unknown | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total | 241 | 248 | 489 |
Most Popular Fields of Study
The top 5 fields of study completed at Alcorn State University.
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 62 | 79 | |
| 6 | 64 | 70 | |
| 16 | 42 | 58 | |
| 17 | 37 | 54 | |
| 17 | 24 | 41 |
Student Completion / Graduation Demographics
How many students are successful graduates?
Faculty Compensation / Salaries
Alcorn State University Ranks 1835th for the average full-time faculty salary.
| Tenure system | |
|---|---|
| Average FT Salary | $51,213 ($53,848 male / $47,355 female) |
| Number of FT Faculty | 175 (104 male / 71 female) |
| Number of PT Faculty | 28 |
| FT Faculty Ratio | 6 : 1 |
| Total Benefits | $2,413,465 |
Alcorn State University Summary
The following paragraph provided courtesy of wikipedia.
Department of Advanced Technologies Applied Science Geographical Information Science and Technology (GIS&T) Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology Health Physics Computer Networking and Information Technology Robotics and Automation Technology Pre-Engineering Department of Human Sciences Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics Bachelor of Science in Child Development *School of Arts and Sciences Department of Biological Sciences Bachelor of Science in Biology Pre-Professional Program Pre-Dentistry, Pre-Pharmacy, and Pre-Medicine Biology Education Concentration Environmental Biology/Ecology Concentration Physical Therapy Concentration Bachelor of Science in Health Science Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science Department of Chemistry and Physics Chemistry Biochemistry Chemical Physics Chemistry Education Department of Communications Department of English and Foreign Languages Literature English Education Department of Fine Arts Music Education Performance Department of Mathematical Sciences Bachelor of Science in Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics Education Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Applied Mathematics Bachelor of Science in Computer Science Department of Military Sciences Department of Social Sciences Bachelor of Science in Economics Bachelor of Arts in History History Concentration History Education Concentration Bachelor of Arts in Political Science Political Science Concentration Pre-Law Concentration Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Social Work Sociology Concentration Social Work Concentration Mental Health Concentration Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice *School of Graduate Studies Master of Arts in Teaching Master of Business Administration Master of Business Administration Hospitality and Gaming Management Master of Science in Agriculture Agronomy Animal Science Agricultural Economics Master of Science in Biology Master of Science in Biotechnology Master of Science in Computer and Information Science Master of Science in Nursing Specialist in Elementary Education Master of Science in Workforce Educational Leadership Master of Science in Education Elementary Education (Endorsement Areas) Early Childhood Education Reading Secondary Education (Endorsement Areas) Agriculture Biology Chemistry English Mathematics Nutrition Science Social Science Special Subject Fields (Endorsement Areas) Guidance Education Health and Physical Education Special Education *School of Business Accounting Business Administration *School of Education and Psychology Department of Education and Psychology Elementary Education Special Education Psychology General Studies Department of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation Health and Physical Education Recreation Sports Medicine Department of Associate Degree Nursing Department of Baccalaureate Nursing Department of Graduate Nursing The main campus is located near Lorman, Mississippi, while the Nursing School and the Business School’s Master of Business Administration (MBA) program is located in Natchez, Mississippi.
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9 months ago
KR sweetkakez09 ((at)) yahoo dot com
My sister attends this university and she LOVES it! She makes me want to join when I graduate high school next spring....I went to orientation with her last June, and the campus is such a beautiful site, and their dorms are very nice...{watch out for ants..lol}.
12 months ago
Willie Jean Gordon Gills jean8962 ((at)) aol dot com
I graduated from this University and still stand tall on the principles that I learned at this University. I'm proud to say that I'm an Alcornite. I'm trying to get my grandson into this fine institute. We will be on the campus February 20, 2009. I'm sure he will enjoy the gaint oak trees.