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General Information About Alcorn State University 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.
Institutional statistical data was gathered from the U.S. Department of Education - Institute of Education Sciences, National Center for Education Statistics.Institution Type - 4-year, Public
Special Learning Opportunities - ROTC (Army)
- Teacher certification
- Distance learning opportunities
- Study abroad
Student Services - Remedial services
- Academic/career counseling service
- Employment services for students
- Placement services for completers
Credit Accepted - Dual credit
- Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation - Not applicable
Federal Aid - Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates offered - Associate's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree
- Post-master's certificate
Campus Setting - Rural: Remote
Disability Services Student - 3% or Less
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Admission Total Applicants 3,195 Percent Admitted 40% Men Admitted 29% Women Admitted 50% Full Time Retention Rate 70% -
Submitted ACT & SAT Scores
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25th Percentile Score 75th Percentile Score Critical Reading 370 440 Math 360 480 -
25th Percentile Score 75th Percentile Score Composite 16 20 English 16 21 Math 16 19 Writing 15 21
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Tuition & Fees 09-10 Tuition & Fees $4,498 Room & Board Charge $5,384 Books & Supplies Cost $1,452 Dorm Capacity 1,744 -
Total Financial Aid Amounts Issued Pell Grants $7,671,197 Other Federal Grants $967,015 Scholarships & Fellowships $16,046,382 Discount Applied to Tuition/Fee $7,888,419 Average Grant Dollars Issued $352,058 Avg. Scholarship and Fellowships $8,023,191 -
Student Demographics Total Enrolled 3,861 Native American 1 Asian 11 African American 3,487 Hispanic 17 Enrolled FullTime Undergraduates 2,749 Enrolled FullTime Graduates 236