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Alcorn State University

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Overview

Established in 1871, the Alcorn State University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the rural setting of the medium town of Lorman (population range of 2,500-9,999 inhabitants), Mississippi. Officially accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, Alcorn State University (ASU) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 3,000-3,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Alcorn State University (ASU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 153-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 30-39% making this US higher education organization a very selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. ASU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Alcorn State University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Alcorn State University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Alcorn State University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Alcorn State University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratevery selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym ASU
Founded 1871
Motto Where Knowledge and Character Matter
Colours Purple and gold
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University Location

Address 1000 Asu Drive Ste 359
Lorman
39096-7500 Mississippi
United States
Alcorn State University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Alcorn State University Phone Number +1 (601) 877 6100
Alcorn State University Fax Number +1 (601) 877 2975

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Alcorn State University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Alcorn State University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Alcorn State University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Alcorn State University.

Alcorn State University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Alcorn State University's admission information.

Alcorn State University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution is a Historically Black Institution and, historically, has a special focus on promoting education and research among this specific ethnic group(s).


Alcorn State University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Alcorn State University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Alcorn State University's acceptance rate range is 30-39% making this institution a very selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is neither required nor recommended
  • Recommendations are considered but not required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Alcorn State University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Alcorn State University's Admission Office Admission Office

1000 ASU Drive #300
Alcorn State 39096-7500
(601) 877 6147
800 222 6790

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Alcorn State University.

Alcorn State University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Alcorn State University has an enrollment range of 3,000-3,999 students making it a small-sized institution.


Alcorn State University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 200-299 academic employees (Faculty).


Alcorn State University's Control Type Control Type

Alcorn State University is a public higher education institution.


Alcorn State University's Entity Type Entity Type

Alcorn State University is a non-profit higher education institution.


Alcorn State University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Rural setting.


Alcorn State University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Land Grant Institution Land Grant

This institution is a land-grant university and has a special focus on promoting education and research in agriculture, engineering and other related fields. Land-grant universities are also well known to have a high commitment to public service and outreach.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution is a Historically Black Institution and, historically, has a special focus on promoting education and research among the above specific ethnic group(s).


Religious Affiliation

Alcorn State University does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official Alcorn State University's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Master's Colleges & Universities: Small Programs
Size & Setting Four-year, small, highly residential institution
Enrollment Profile High undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, inclusive, higher transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Balanced arts & sciences/professions, some graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Postbaccalaureate: Education-dominant, with Arts & Sciences

Facilities and Services

Introduction

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University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Alcorn State University's main facilities:


Alcorn State University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Alcorn State University's Library

Alcorn State University's library has 1 branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 160,597 physical volumes, 390,454 physical media and 97 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 64 full-time employees, including 6 librarians. Alcorn State University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Alcorn State University's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the Alcorn State University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 2,067 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Alcorn State University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Alcorn State University's main services:


Alcorn State University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Alcorn State University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Alcorn State University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Alcorn State University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Alcorn State University's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Alcorn State University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Alcorn State University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1948


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Alcorn State University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing
  • Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs
  • American Dietetic Association, Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education
  • Association of Technology, Management and Applied Engineering
  • Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Alcorn State University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning (MIHL)
  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
  • Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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Facebook Facebook

Alcorn State University's Facebook page Alcorn State University's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

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YouTube YouTube

Alcorn State University's YouTube channel Alcorn State University's official YouTube channel

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