Alcorn State University
Alcorn State, MS · Public
Test scores
Admitted students score between 670 and 998 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
ACT midpoint: 22
Popular programs at Alcorn State University
Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.
| # | Program | Stairway Ranking | Graduates/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biology, General. | 113 | |
| 2 | Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | 60 | |
| 3 | Business Administration, Management and Operations. | 42 | |
| 4 | Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | 39 | |
| 5 | Computer and Information Sciences, General. | 30 | |
| 6 | Agricultural Business and Management. | 29 | |
| 7 | Psychology, General. | 29 | |
| 8 | Chemistry. | 25 | |
| 9 | Agriculture, General. | 24 | |
| 10 | Military Technologies and Applied Sciences, Other. | 24 | |
| 11 | Communication and Media Studies. | 23 | |
| 12 | Accounting and Related Services. | 21 | |
| 13 | Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | 20 | |
| 14 | Criminal Justice and Corrections. | 19 | |
| 15 | Social Work. | 18 | |
| 16 | Music. | 18 | |
| 17 | Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | 17 | |
| 18 | Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | 11 | |
| 19 | Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | 9 | |
| 20 | Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies. | 9 |
Showing top 20 of 27 programs
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Alcorn State University?
Alcorn State University has an acceptance rate of 45% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.
What SAT score do I need for Alcorn State University?
Admitted students at Alcorn State University typically score between 670 and 998 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
How much does Alcorn State University cost?
The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at Alcorn State University is approximately $13,265 per year.
What is the graduation rate at Alcorn State University?
4-year graduation rate data for Alcorn State University is not currently published.
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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.
