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.
Ali, English collaborate to enhance biosecurity for underserved family farms in Mississippi and Arkansas
Two 1890 researchers have teamed up to advance biosecurity for underserved family farms. Dr. Emran Ali, Alcorn State University (ASU), and Dr. Henry English, University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB,) will work together to Read More
Alcorn State University President Tracy M. Cook announces leadership appointments
First row, from left are Dr. Joyce Buckner-Brown, provost and vice president for academic affairs; Karen Shedrick, chief of staff and executive assistant to the president; Lucreta Tribune, interim vice president for finance, administrative services Read More
Alcorn State University secures nearly $1.7 million in research and professional development grants from USDA
The College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences (CAAS) at Alcorn State University announces over $1.7 million in grants from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). Dr. Dexter Wakefield, interim 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.