Alcorn State University

Alcorn State University (Alcorn State) is a Public, 4 or more years school located in Alcorn State, MS. It is a historically black school. It is classified as Master's College and University (medium programs) by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Master's degree.

The 2020 tuition & fees of Alcorn State University is $7,290 for Mississippi residents and $7,290 for out-of-state students. 89% of the enrolled undergraduate students have received grants or scholarships and the average aid amount is $11,041.

The school has a total enrollment of 3,658 and the student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1 (5.56%).

The average earning after 10 years of graduation is $35,000. The salary range after graduation from Alcorn State varies by field of study and the average salary range $23,000 to $55,600.

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Directory Information

Address	1000 ASU Dr Ste 359, Alcorn State, MS 39096-7500
Phone	601-877-6100
WEB	School's Website
Admission	Admission Information
Online Application	Apply Online
Financial Aid	Deadlines and Applications
Net Price Calculator	Net Price Calculator
Disability Service	Disability Sevices
School Type	Public, 4 or more years
Carnegie Category	Master's College and University (medium programs)
Highest Degree Offered	Master's degree

Alcorn State University Campus, Alcorn State, MS

2020 Tuition & Fees and 2021 Estimation

For undergraduate school, the 2020 tuition and fees of Alcorn State University are $7,290 for in-state students and $7,290 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2020 tuition and fees are $7,290 for in-state students and $7,290 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2021 tuition & fees are $7,502 for Mississippi residents and $7,502 for out-of-state students based on the tuition changes over the past five years. The estimated 2021 graduate school tuition & fees are $7,502 for Mississippi residents and $7,502 for out-of-state students.

The average earning in 10 years after graduation from the school is $35,000. The average salary varies depending on the field of study where the Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse program shows the highest salary with $55,600 after graduating.

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	In-State	Out-of-State
Undergraduate	$7,290	$7,290
Graduate	$7,290	$7,290

Alcorn State 2019-2020 Tuition Costs Chart

source: IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education

	In-State	Out-of-State
Undergraduate	$7,502	$7,502
Graduate	$7,502	$7,502

Alcorn State University 2020-2021 Estimated Tuition Costs Chart

The estimation for 2020-2021 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.

2020 Key Stats

The Acceptance rate at Alcorn State University is 58% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 17%. The average SAT scores submitted by enrolled students is 885.

The average graduation rate is 41%. Total 3,658 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school). Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.

2020 Key Academics Statistics at Alcorn State
Admission Stats »	58% Acceptance Rate / 17% Yield
Test Scores »	885 SAT / 20 ACT
Graduation Rate »	41%
Retention Rate	73%(full-time), 20% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio	5.56% (18 to 1)
Student Population »	3,658 (3,173 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »	$11,041
Average Earning After 10 years of graduation	$35,000
Average Salary by Field of Study	$23,000 - $55,600

Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services

Alcorn State University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers. The next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.

Special Learning Opportunities at Alcorn State
Online Class	Undergraduate, Graduate
ROTC	Army
Weekend/Evening College	No
Teacher Certification	Yes
Study Abroad	Yes

Alcorn State provides several student services including remedial services, academic/career counseling services, employment services for students, Placement services for completers.

On-Campus Student Services at Alcorn State
Remedial services	Yes
Academic/career counseling service	Yes
Employment services for students	Yes
Placement services for completers	Yes
On-campus day care for students' children	No
Library facilities at institution	Various Library Facilities Provided

Campus Life

The following table illustrates the special characteristics of Alcorn State University. It has dormitories (or campus-owned housing) and its capacity is 2,066. It also offers separate board/meal plans and the annual cost is $3,295.