Alcorn State University Review

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Alcorn State University is a small, four-year, highly residential, public school with 3,255 students enrolled. This college was founded in 1871 and is the only postsecondary institution located in Alcorn State, Mississippi.

Alcorn State University is one of the Historically Black College or University institutions (HBCU).

Academic Offerings

At Alcorn State University you can obtain your associate's degree, bachelor's degree, master's degree, or postmaster certificate.

Alcorn State University implements a semester-based curriculum calendar system and has 31 majors. The most popular concentrations are Education, Nursing, General Studies, Biology, and Business. Read the details about all majors offered at this college.

It is important to know student retention and graduation rates before you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are normally a good sign. Nevertheless, if you anticipate to transfer or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.

The student retention rate at Alcorn State University is low at 59% (below Mississippi average). Considering this statistic, it seems that students do not seem to enjoy their stay at this school.

The graduation rate at Alcorn State University is low: 39%.

Student to full-time faculty ratio at Alcorn State University is decent - 19:1. Find out more details on instructors at this college in the Faculty Info report.

Tuition and Loans

If you would like to file your FAFSA application for Federal Student Aid, the college code for Alcorn State University is 002396. Please verify this code before using it with your FAFSA application.

Federal Student Aid is an office of the US Department of Education, which provides grants and loans to eligible students. To meet minimum eligibility requirements you will need to have a valid Social Security number and high school diploma or GED certificate.

It is quite easy to get a loan at Alcorn State University, as 75% of the school's students receive loans, while the average loan amount is about $5,500.

Average tuition charges are very low - around $3,600 per academic year. The additional fees at Alcorn State University (not included in tuition costs) are nearly $7,200; which comes to a total of $10,800 annually.

Admissions Information

This college will accept dual credits and advanced placement credits (college-level courses taught in high school) at entry.

As reported in recent government data, 3,065 applications were submitted and 2,619 were accepted (85%); so it is easy to be accepted at this school.

The graduate application fee is $10.00.

If you wish to obtain additional information about enrolling to Alcorn State University, call the school's general information office at (601) 877-6100 or check Alcorn State University Website.

Opportunities and Services

Alcorn State University provides a distance learning option and study abroad programs.

There are options for on-campus part-time employment at Alcorn State University, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, this school helps students to evaluate their career options and to find a full-time job upon graduation.

Alcorn State University offers on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates nearly 1,400 students, which provides a viable on-campus housing option. The room price is relatively low: approximately $3,000 per year.

Army ROTC programs are available at Alcorn State University. Reserve Officers' Training Corps commissioning programs typically imply elective classes in addition to required college curriculum, possible funding for your tuition, and an obligation to serve upon graduation.

It is important to keep in mind that enrolling in a ROTC course does not commit you to serve unless you have obtained a ROTC scholarship, grant, or any other funding.

Crime and Safety

Based on the college crime numbers, Alcorn State University appears to be a relatively dangerous school. Read the details in the Campus Crime Report for this college.

Learn about other colleges around Alcorn State. Other cities to get an education from around Alcorn State University are Natchez, Vidalia, Ferriday, Winnsboro, and Tallulah.

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Alcorn State University Location and Maps

Post Address: Alcorn State University, 1000 ASU Dr Ste 359, Alcorn State, Mississippi 39096-7500, USA
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