Alcorn State University Description:
Alcorn State University is a public university located on the western edge of Mississippi, about an hour and a half southwest of Jackson. The extensive 1,700-acre campus features lakes, trails, and woodlands. The School of Business and School of Nursing are located on a separate campus in Natchez. Founded in 1871, Alcorn State is a historically black university that has the distinction of being Mississippi's first public institution of higher education for African Americans. Today, the sciences and professional fields are particularly popular among undergraduates. The curriculum is supported by a 14 to 1 student / faculty ratio. On the athletic front, the Alcorn State Braves compete in the NCAA Division I Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC). The university fields seven men's and eight women's Division I sports.
Admissions Data (2011):
- Percent of Applicants Admitted: 36%
- What Are Your Chances? (from Cappex.com)
- Test Scores -- 25th / 75th Percentile
- SAT Critical Reading: 390 / 470
- SAT Math: 400 / 520
- SAT Writing: - / -
- ACT Composite: 16 / 19
- ACT English: 15 / 20
- ACT Math: 16 / 18
Enrollment (2010):
- Total Enrollment: 3,682 (2,980 undergraduates)
- Gender Breakdown: 34% Male / 66% Female
- 92% Full-time
Costs (2011 - 12):
- Tuition and Fees: $5,247 (in-state)
- Books: $1,452 (why so much?)
- Room and Board: $7,592
- Other Expenses: $4,884
- Total Cost: $19,189 (in-state)
Alcorn State University Financial Aid (2009 - 10):
- Percentage of New Students Receiving Aid: 58%
- Alcorn State Scholarships (Cappex.com)
- Percentage of New Students Receiving Types of Aid
- Grants: 58%
- Loans: 51%
- Average Amount of Aid
- Grants: $6,920
- Loans: $5,668
Most Popular Majors:
Biology, Business Administration, Chemistry, Elementary Education, Nursing, Psychology
Retention and Graduation Rates:
- First Year Student Retention (full-time students): 70%
- 4-Year Graduation Rate: 22%
- 6-Year Graduation Rate: 38%
Data Source:
National Center for Educational Statistics
Alcorn State University Mission Statement:
mission statement from http://www.alcorn.edu/about/default.aspx?id=557
"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."
