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.
Dr. Tracy M. Cook to be honored as one of Mississippi’s Most Influential African Americans
Alcorn State University’s president is among this year’s slate of honorees for Our Mississippi Magazine’s Most Influential African Americans. Dr. Tracy M. Cook, along with 18 other business leaders from across the state, will be Read More
Alcorn switches to virtual classes and remote work, Jan. 21
The National Weather Service has issued a severe weather alert for extreme winter conditions in the region. In anticipation of hazardous driving conditions, Alcorn State University will implement virtual classes and remote work on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. On Read More
Alcorn State students build leadership skills at TMCF Leadership Institute
Pictured from left are A'zarianne Johnson, Alyssa Robinson, Andre Herndon, and Johnny Holloway Four Alcorn State University students attended the 24th annual Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) Leadership Institute, securing multiple job offers and expanding 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.