Alcorn State University

Alcorn State University is a public, state school in a rural setting in Lorman, MS. Alcorn State University was founded in 1871 and now enrolls around 3,321 students a year, including 2,729 undergrads. Alcorn State University provides on-campus housing for up to 2,067 students. The majority of students live on campus but first-year students are not required to live in the dorms. On the weekends, about 63% of students stay on-campus and participate in campus events and social life.

There are many ways for students to get involved at Alcorn State University! Love music or performing? Join a campus band, sing in a chorus, or perform with one of Alcorn State University's theater groups.

Interested in journalism or communications? Alcorn State University students can write for the campus newspaper, host a radio show or be a producer for the student-run television channel.

Excited for Greek life? Alcorn State University has fraternities and sororities.

Planning to play sports? Alcorn State University has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Alcorn State University on the Student Life page.

Learn more about life at Alcorn State University on the Student Life page.

2021 Alcorn State University Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Overall Acceptance Rate	79%
Average GPA	3.2
Applicants Submitting SAT scores	16%
In-State Tuition	$7,290
Out-of-State	$7,290
Percent of Need Met	34%
Average First-Year Financial Aid Package	$8,011

Is Alcorn State University a Good School?

Different people have different ideas about what makes a "good" school. Admissions criteria, acceptance rate and average GPA are good indicators of how competitive an institution is, but they don't tell you how happy or successful students are. However, there are a few good ways to get a better sense how satisfied students are and how well a school supports its student body.

Let's take a look at to get a better sense of what Alcorn State University offers and if it could be the right college for you.

2021 Acceptance Rate for Alcorn State University

It is moderately difficult to get into Alcorn State University. The acceptance rate at Alcorn State University is 79%. Last year, 3,464 students applied to Alcorn State University and 2,723 were admitted.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Alcorn State University

Retention is the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. This is a way to get a sense of how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

About 80% of students who start at Alcorn State University come back the next year. Alcorn State University's six-year graduation rate for undergrads is 40%. The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outcomes for Alcorn State University Grads

Job placement statistics for recent graduates can give you a sense of the return on investment a school offers. Within six months of graduating, 50% of graduates receive at least one full-time job offer.

Alcorn State University's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students. Alcorn State University's endowment was valued at $18.7 million in 2021, compared to a national average of $905 million.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Alcorn State University

Cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need. Alcorn State University meets 34% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. First-year students that attend Alcorn State University full-time are awarded $8,011 a year in financial aid, on average.

Graduates in the class of 2021 had an average of $33,766 in student loans per borrower. For context, compare this number with the average national debt, which is around $36,000 per borrower.

The 2022-2023 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2021

Some financial aid is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA early. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so don't give your money (or info!) to any website that claim you do.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Alcorn State University. Based on this information, how does Alcorn State University sound? Remember, the best school for one person may be a terrible fit for someone else! So ask yourself: Is Alcorn State University a good school for you?

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Where is Alcorn State University?

Alcorn State University is located in the rural setting of Lorman, MS.

If you want to see Alcorn State University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Highway 61 to Lorman, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Jackson-Evers International.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Alcorn State University and Lorman are like without leaving home.

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