78%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 1,630 |
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| Declined | + 448 |
| Total Received | 2,078 |
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| Name | Location |
|---|---|
| Mississippi State University | Mississippi State, MS |
| Jackson State University | Jackson, MS |
| Jacksonville University | Jacksonville, FL |
| The University of Alabama | Tuscaloosa, AL |
| University of Georgia | Athens, GA |
| Georgia State University | Atlanta, GA |
| Birmingham–Southern College | Birmingham, AL |
| The University of Tampa | Tampa, FL |
| Samford University | Birmingham, AL |
| Southeastern University | Lakeland, FL |
| SAT | 1008 |
|---|---|
| ACT | 2176 |
Alcorn State University, founded in 1871, is the oldest historically black, land-grant university in the country. Its 1,756-acre campus is situated at Alcorn State in Claiborne County, MS, 90 miles southwest of Jackson.
| Public/private | Public |
|---|---|
| Campus Enrollment | 3,420 |
| Established in | 1871 |
| Coeducational | Coeducational College, Became Coeducational College |
| Historically Black college/university | yes |
| Accredited by |
• AAFCS (American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences) • ADiA (American Dietetic Association) • ATMAE (Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering) • NASM (National Association of Schools of Music) • NCATE (National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education) • NLN (National League for Nursing) • SACS (Southern Assn. of Colleges and Schools) |
1,756-acre campus in Lorman (population: 1,812), 70 miles from Jackson; branch campus in Natchez. Served by bus; air and train serve Jackson. School operates transportation to bus station.
Alcorn State University
1000 ASU Drive #359
Alcorn State, MS 39096
| Application fee | |
|---|---|
| Common application accepted | no |
| Application deadline | |
| School has early decision program | no |
| School has early action program | no |
| Admissions interview (required or recommended) |
Required of some |
| SAT/ACT requirements |
SAT Reasoning only Not used SAT Subject Tests Required of some ACT only Required of some |
78%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 1,630 |
|---|---|
| Declined | + 448 |
| Total Received | 2,078 |
Class rank
Secondary school record
Standardized test scores
Interview
Alumni/ae relationship
Character/ personal qualities
Essay
Extracurricular activities
Geographical residence
Minority affiliation
Particular talent/ability
Recommendations
Religious affiliation/commitment
State residency
Volunteer Work
Work Experience
Katangelia Tenner
Director of Admissions and Recruiting
P: 601 877-6147
F: 601 877-6347
ksampson@alcorn.edu
| Tuition | $7,084 |
| Room | $7,077 |
| Board | $3,295 |
| Books & supplies | $1,580 |
| Total | $19,036 |
|---|---|
| Average Financial Aid | - $7,516 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $11,520 |
94%
$7,516
Need-based
| Federal | $5,964,099 |
| State | $350,589 |
| Institutional | $3,313,094 |
| Other external | |
| Total | $9,627,782 |
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91%
9%
Transfer applicants accepted
Applicants accepted who enroll
| Minimum requirements | College GPA: 2.00 |
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| High school transcript | Recommended of Some |
| College transcript(s) | Required of All |
| Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Required of All |
| Interview | Not Required/Recommended |
| Standardized test scores | Recommended of Some |
| Essay or personal statement | Not Required/Recommended |
Maximum transfered
94
Minimum transfers must complete
30
Not Reported
| Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens | 23 |
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| Countries most often represented |
Canada Ghana India Jamaica Russia Spain |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
English lab International student center Special counselors/advisors Special orientation |
Katangelia Tenner
Director of Admissions and Recruiting
601 877-6147
ksampson@alcorn.edu
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