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Alcorn State University
Alcorn State University is a small, public institution located in Alcorn State, ms. Founded in 1871, Alcorn State University offers undergraduate degrees in 52 majors.
Key stats
4 Year, Public
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2,344 undergraduates
$8,549 undergraduate tuition
Admissions
Will I get into Alcorn State University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.
Acceptance rate
29.9%
SAT score average
1019
ACT score average
19
Average high school GPA
3.3
Application fee
$30
Key deadlines
June
30
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Academics
The degree program or major you pursue is major! Alcorn State University is known for one of its top majors: Biology, General. Their student-faculty ratio is 16:1.
Graduation rate
Retention Rate
16
:1
Student to faculty ratio
Popular degree programs
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Arts, Design, and Humanities
Education and Teaching
Health and Medical Professions
Military and Protective Services
Social Sciences and Psychology
Business and Management
Popular majors
Biology, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Military Technologies and Applied Sciences, Other
Psychology, General
Social Work
Annual tuition & cost
In state
Undergraduate tuition
$8,549
Additional expenses
Room & board
$10,255
Books & supplies
$1,672
Other expenses
$3,268
Cost of attendance*
$23,744
Out of state
Undergraduate tuition
$8,549
Additional expenses
Room & board
$10,255
Books & supplies
$1,672
Other expenses
$3,268
Cost of attendance*
$23,744
June 30 FAFSA® deadline
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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.
Student population
Who’s going to be there? Alcorn State University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,344, with gender binary students split 33% male and 67% female.
Total enrollment
2,894Enrollment by gender
Male
Female
Enrollment & ethnicity
White %
2%
African American %
78%
Hispanic American %
1%
Asian %
0%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
NA
Unknown %
19%
Student type
Full-time
Living on campus
International
Campus life
Campus info
Popular clubs & activities
Marching band
Gospel choir
Inter-faith choir
Athletics
NCAA Division level
Varsity sportsNo
Intramural sportsYes
Greek life
Female
Male
Frequently asked questions
Get answers to common questions about Alcorn State University to help you figure out where you want to apply.
Where is Alcorn State University?
Alcorn State University is located in Alcorn State, ms.
What is the acceptance rate at Alcorn State University?
The acceptance rate for Alcorn State University is 30%.
What’s the average GPA for Alcorn State University?
The average high school GPA for Alcorn State University students was 3.3.
How much does it cost for 4 years at Alcorn State University?
The estimated cost for 4 years at Alcorn State University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $94,976.
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