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About Alcorn State University

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Alcorn State University is a public university in Alcorn State, MS, known for its HBCU designation, stem focused, and masters programs. With an acceptance rate of 30%, ASU is selective, typically enrolling around 498 students each year. Admitted students typically score between 903–1115 on the SAT and 15–24 on the ACT. ASU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $9,405 per year; the sticker price of $23,812 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Alcorn State University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

selective

30%
Overall Accept Rate
1009
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 903 – 1115

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Alcorn State University

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Test Score Strategy
Alcorn State requires test scores, so request your official ACT or SAT reports be sent directly to the school as early as possible to avoid processing delays that could hold up your application review.
Application Strategy
Alcorn State is one of the oldest HBCUs in the country and has a strong identity rooted in agricultural, nursing, and business programs, so make sure your application materials clearly connect your goals to specific programs offered on campus rather than speaking in vague terms about your future.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Alcorn State University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceAvg. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$24k/yr$12.6k
30k-48k~$24k/yr$12.3k
48k-75k~$24k/yr$16.3k
75k-110k~$24k/yr$18.2k
110k+~$24k/yr$17.6k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

46%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$28k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
2,484
Undergrad Enrollment

Student Body

Student body composition

Race & Ethnicity

97%Black / African American
2%White
1%International
1%Hispanic
0%Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0%Asian
0%American Indian / AK Native
Gender33% Men · 67% Women
Citizenship / Immigration Status99% Citizens and Immigrants · 1% International
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