At a glance
Average net price
$13,265
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
57.4%
Admission rate
45%
Undergrad size
2,363
In-state tuition
$8,785
Out-of-state tuition
$8,785
Cost of attendance
$23,751
Median earnings (10y)
$36,421
Admissions
- SAT average
- 904
- ACT midpoint
- 22
- Retention
- 76.6%
- Locale
- Rural
Programs breakdown
19 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (26%), trades & services (21%), social sciences (17%).
- STEM26%
- Health16%
- Business5%
- Humanities & arts15%
- Social sciences17%
- Trades & services21%
- Biological sciences22.8%~538 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Health professions16.0%~377 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Liberal arts11.7%~276 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Agriculture9.2%~216 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Psychology7.7%~181 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~116 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Business4.9%~116 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~101 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Military tech3.8%~91 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~86 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~70 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Computer science2.5%~60 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Education1.5%~35 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication1.5%~35 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~30 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English0.6%~15 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~10 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Engineering tech0.2%~5 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History0.2%~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
38 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 221 | $21,945 | $30,500 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 113 | $38,397 | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 112 | $19,216 | $39,250 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 90 | $22,107 | $27,954 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 75 | $57,759 | $28,100 |
| Agricultural Business and Management. | Bachelor's | 54 | $37,093 | $25,125 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 50 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 50 | $23,657 | $27,563 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 45 | — | $21,266 |
| Agriculture, General. | Bachelor's | 43 | — | $27,000 |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 43 | $15,803 | $31,900 |
| Biology, General. | Master's | 41 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 39 | $26,633 | $28,065 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 37 | $21,684 | $31,822 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 37 | — | $38,000 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 36 | — | — |
| Military Technologies and Applied Sciences, Other. | Bachelor's | 36 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 36 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 29 | — | $29,600 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 28 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 26 | — | $29,000 |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 22 | — | — |
| Military Technologies and Applied Sciences, Other. | Master's | 21 | — | — |
| Agriculture, General. | Master's | 16 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 14 | $42,205 | — |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 13 | $83,230 | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | First professional | 11 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Master's | 10 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Master's | 9 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Basic Skills and Developmental/Remedial Education. | Master's | — | $23,932 | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Bachelor's | — | — | $29,969 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Alcorn State University
Alcorn State University is a mid-sized institution located in Alcorn State, Mississippi, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 2,363 undergraduate students in a rural setting. The most popular fields of study include Biological sciences, Health professions, Liberal arts.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Alcorn State University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $13,265 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $8,785 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $23,751 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 57.4%, a above-average completion outcome. 76.6% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $36,421 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Alcorn State University confers degrees and certificates across 19 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Biological sciences, Health professions, Liberal arts. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (26% of credentials), trades & services (21% of credentials), social sciences (17% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Alcorn State University accepts 45% of applicants, making it selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 904. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 22.
Location & campus
Set in Alcorn State, Mississippi (rural), Alcorn State University draws students from across Mississippi and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Alcorn State University
Q.How much does Alcorn State University cost?
The average net price at Alcorn State University is $13,265 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $23,751.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Alcorn State University?
Alcorn State University has a 6-year graduation rate of 57.4% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Alcorn State University?
Alcorn State University admits 45% of applicants, which is considered selective.
Q.How much do Alcorn State University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Alcorn State University graduate earns $36,421 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Alcorn State University?
Published tuition is $8,785 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Alcorn State University located?
Alcorn State University is located in Alcorn State, Mississippi (ZIP 39096).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Alcorn State University at their official website.