School

Alcorn State University

We Are Alcorn

Welcome!

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.

Already, many rich experiences have shaped your life. Alcorn is here to help you continue your path of achievement. Yes, an Alcorn education forms the whole person. It’s about transformation—a discovery process in which students like you find their voices and passions, learn to think critically and independently while gaining new knowledge and building character.

The great news about admission to Alcorn is that we seek students of every background, interest, outlook, and talent. We look at the whole student and the whole record, with the aim of gathering together diverse and promising individuals, who will challenge, inspire, and encourage one another.

You can pursue an education at one of our campuses in Lorman, Natchez, or Vicksburg or online with the support of dedicated faculty and staff to assist you throughout your academic career.

A strong sense of family defines Alcorn. Here, it’s easy to make friends—and make a difference. With a wide range of enriching activities and student organizations, there is sure to be something of interest for you that will strengthen your scholarship, leadership, and creativity.

And all along the way, you will experience the motivation and encouragement of our powerful alumni. Alcorn alumni represent our rich heritage and live our story of achievement daily.

We are confident that our dynamic living and learning environment and the combination of our superb academic programs, extracurricular activities, and opportunities will position you as a globally competitive leader.

We hope that your visit to our website will influence you to visit us in person soon.

Why Alcorn

MISSION STATEMENT

Alcorn State University, a Historically Black College and University, is a comprehensive land-grant institution that celebrates a rich heritage with a diverse student and faculty population. The University emphasizes intellectual development and lifelong learning through the integration of diverse pedagogies, applied and basic research, cultural and professional programs, public service, and outreach while providing access to globally competitive academic and research programs.  Alcorn strives to prepare graduates to be well-rounded future leaders of high character and to be successful in the global marketplace of the 21st century.