Alcorn State University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Alcorn State University is a public research university in Alcorn State, Mississippi, enrolling about 2,363 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 45.33% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $36,421 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $8,785
- 2024 Average Net Price: $13,265 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 45.33% Selective
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,363 87.1% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 57.36%
- Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
- First-Generation Students: 34.5%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 4.2% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 60.6%
- Average SAT Score: 904
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 2,819
- Applicants (IPEDS): 7,511
- Room & Board: $12,204 annual estimate
Alcorn State University: what the data shows
Common questions about Alcorn State University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Alcorn State University?
Alcorn State University is located in Alcorn State, MS (ZIP 39096-7500).
Is Alcorn State University public or private?
Alcorn State University is a Public institution.
How much does Alcorn State University cost?
Published tuition: $8,785.
Average net price after aid: $13,265.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $12,613 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $12,344 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $16,296 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $18,244 |
| $110,001+ | $17,620 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $35,140.
How hard is it to get into Alcorn State University?
Admission rate: 45.33%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 904 and midpoint ACT 22.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Alcorn State University?
Total enrollment: 2,363 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 2,819 students.
Graduate enrollment: 463 students.
About 87% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Alcorn State University?
150%-time completion rate: 57.36%.
First-year retention: 76.6%.
What do graduates of Alcorn State University earn?
Median earnings: $27,752 six years after entry; $36,421 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $27,000.
69.78% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Alcorn State University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (125 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (75 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (47 completions)
- 00.0010 (38 completions)
- Military Technologies and Applied Sciences, Other (38 completions)
- Psychology, General (36 completions)
- Secondary Education and Teaching (25 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (25 completions)
- Community College Administration (24 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies (23 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Alcorn State University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 45.33%; completion rate 57.36%; median earnings $36,421 at 10 years; net price $13,265. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$8,785
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Alcorn State University was $8,785.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$13,265
2024 Value
In 2024 Alcorn State University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $13,265.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$53,060 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$13,265 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$35,140 4-Year Tuition
$12,204 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,672 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$22,661 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$90,644 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Alcorn State University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
69.78% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
66.69% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Alcorn State University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Alcorn State University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $6,108 | $6,108 | $13,360 |
| 2014 | $6,200 | $6,200 | $15,112 |
| 2015 | $6,386 | $6,386 | $14,838 |
| 2016 | $6,546 | $6,546 | $14,771 |
| 2017 | $6,888 | $6,888 | $15,388 |
| 2018 | $7,084 | $7,084 | $14,352 |
| 2019 | $7,290 | $7,290 | $14,836 |
| 2020 | $7,290 | $7,290 | $17,838 |
| 2021 | $8,176 | $8,176 | $16,206 |
| 2022 | $8,549 | $8,549 | $14,657 |
| 2023 | $8,549 | $8,549 | $14,040 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
45.33% Acceptance Rate
7,511 Total Applicants
1,852 Students Admitted
505 First-Time Students Enrolled
27.27% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution is selective, accepting about half of all applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 904
ACT Average: 22
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Alcorn State University reported total enrollment of about 2,363 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 33% male and 67% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Black or African American (96.6%), White (1.6%), and Non-Resident Alien (0.9%). About 69.78% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 34.5% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
87.1% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Alcorn State University in 2024 is 2,363 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 2,819 students. Graduate enrollment is about 463 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
76.6%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Black or African American at 96.6%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
49.33% 100% Completion Time
57.36% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 49.33% of students graduating from Alcorn State University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 16% male / 84% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 4% male / 96% female
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 43% male / 57% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Black or African American.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Alcorn State University.
Return on Investment
$27,000 Median Student Debt
$36,421 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
74.13% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
586.41% Return on Investment
7.4 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Alcorn State University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 33 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 125 completions
2. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 75 completions
3. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 47 completions
4. 00.0010: 38 completions
5. Military Technologies and Applied Sciences, Other: 38 completions
6. Psychology, General: 36 completions
7. Secondary Education and Teaching: 25 completions
8. Business Administration and Management, General: 25 completions
9. Community College Administration: 24 completions
Most popular programs at Alcorn State University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Alcorn State University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Alcorn State University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 60.6%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $7,235
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $8,729
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Alcorn State University is a public institution located in Alcorn State, MS, classified as Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. Enrollment is approximately 2,363 students. Student body composition includes Black or African American (96.6%), White (1.6%), Non-Resident Alien (0.9%). It is selective, with an admission rate of 45.33%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 904. The 150%-time completion rate is 57.36%. Approximately 69.78% of students receive Pell Grants. About 34.5% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
Location
Alcorn State, MS 39096-7500
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Alcorn State University provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Alcorn State University located?
Alcorn State University is located in Alcorn State, MS.
What is Alcorn State University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Alcorn State University is 45.3% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 7,511 applicants and 1,852 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Alcorn State University cost?
Reported tuition is $8,785 and average net price is $13,265 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $12,204 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Alcorn State University?
Alcorn State University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 2,819 students, Black or African American (96.6%), White (1.6%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Alcorn State University?
About 34.5% of students at Alcorn State University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Alcorn State University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Alcorn State University reports midpoint SAT about 904 and midpoint ACT about 22.
What do graduates of Alcorn State University earn?
Median earnings are $27,752 six years after entry and $36,421 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Alcorn State University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 57.4% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Alcorn State University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $27,000.
Is Alcorn State University public or private?
Alcorn State University is a public institution located in Alcorn State, MS.
Is Alcorn State University an HBCU?
Yes. Alcorn State University is flagged as a historically Black college or university (HBCU) in IPEDS.
Is Alcorn State University a tribal college?
No. Alcorn State University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Mississippi college costs
- Mississippi colleges by ROI
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Mississippi
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.