Alcorn State University
Alcorn State, Mississippi · Public · Founded N/A
Avg Earnings (5yr)
$27,752
Acceptance Rate
25%
Graduation Rate
47%
Annual Tuition
$8,549
At a Glance
Total Students
2,290
Retention Rate
79%
Faculty Ratio
16
Financial Aid
71%
Median Debt
$27,000
Campus Setting
Rural
Institution Type
Public
Founded
N/A
Institution Overview
Alcorn State University is a public institution with a small student body of 2,290. The university has a moderately selective admissions process, accepting about 25% of applicants. Approximately 79% of students return for their second year, and the graduation rate is roughly 47%. The cost of in-state tuition is $8,549, and about 71% of students receive financial aid.
Graduates of Alcorn State University report varying earnings over time. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $32,210. However, five years after graduation, median earnings decrease to $27,752, but increase again to $36,421 ten years after graduation. The median debt for students is $27,000.
Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data
Earning Projection Over Time
$32k
1 YEAR
$28k
5 YEARS
$36k
10 YEARS
Graduate Outcomes
One year after graduation, Alcorn State University alumni earn $32,210. Five years after graduation, earnings decrease to $27,752. Ten years after graduation, earnings increase to $36,421. The median debt for students is $27,000. 70.6% of students receive financial aid.
Alcorn State University has a 46.7% graduation rate and a 79.1% retention rate. The acceptance rate is 24.7%. The total student population is 2,290. In-state tuition costs $8,549.
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Campus Location
Alcorn State, Mississippi
Alcorn State, MS 39096-7500
Alcorn State University is located in Alcorn State, Mississippi. The campus is in a rural setting.