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Alcorn State University is a public, land-grant university located in Lorman, Mississippi, United States. It was established in the year 1871. The campus spreads across an area of 1700 acres. Alcorn was the first state-supported higher education institution for African American students. The university was named in the honor of James L. Alcorn, the then governor of Mississippi. The university offers a variety of degrees and programs in over 45 areas of study. Alcorn is organized into the following academic divisions:
Alcorn's ahletics department supports several men's and women's sports teams. It is home to various clubs and organizations based on the varied interests of the students such as entertainment, academics, and cultural activities.
Alcorn State is located in a quiet rural area, in Alcorn State, MS. The school is a public institution. Degree levels at Alcorn State top out at the Post-Master's certificate.
Students at the school often study music, science, and agricultural science and management.
The admissions department at Alcorn State does not accept all those who apply. Most students' verbal SAT scores were in the range of 370 to 440 in 2007-2008. A quarter of students admitted in 2007-2008 scored 480 or higher on the math SAT.
The school's tenure system is geared toward rewarding and keeping the most valuable professors.
The school offers classes to 3,668 students (3,234 full-time equivalent). Minorities are common at Alcorn State.
The school has a residential or campus feel. Many students live in housing on or near campus. The school does offer meal plans to students. Students sports include formal participation in Southwestern Athletic Conference competitions. The school offers athletic financial aid to more of its students than do most colleges.
More complete details are provided below.
Alcorn State University
1000 ASU Dr Ste 359
Alcorn State, MS 39096-7500
General Phone: (601) 877-6100
http://www.alcorn.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education and Teaching | 141 | secondary teaching, elementary school teaching, community college education, teacher ed |
| Liberal Arts | 133 | liberal arts and sciences, political science, sociology, English, history, economics |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 100 | registered nursing, various nursing |
| Science | 71 | biology, chemistry |
| Business and Management | 49 | business management, accounting |
| Agricultural Science and Management | 25 | agriculture, agricultural economics, agricultural management |
| Therapy and Counseling | 16 | psychology |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 16 | parks and recreation studies, athletic trainer |
| Family and Social Work | 15 | child development, food and nutrition |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 14 | network management, computer and info science |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 11 | criminal justice and safety |
| Media | 11 | mass communication |
| Music | 11 | music performance |
| Engineering Technician | 8 | robotics tech |
| Mathematics | 4 | mathematics |
Number of programs and degrees for Alcorn State in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 442 | 27 |
| Master's degree | 143 | 9 |
| Associate's degree | 40 | 1 |
| Post-master's certificate | 0 | 1 |
Alcorn State is a historically black college.
In 2007-2008, Alcorn State had a total enrollment of 3,668 students (3,234 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 40% |
| Women | 60% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 80% |
| Graduate | 20% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 8% |
| Black | 90% |
| Hispanic | 0% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 22% |
| 20-21 | 22% |
| 22-24 | 19% |
| 25-29 | 13% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 8% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Mississippi | 72% |
| Georgia | 5% |
| Louisiana | 4% |
| Illinois | 3% |
| Texas | 2% |
| Washington | 2% |
| Tennessee | 2% |
| Missouri | 1% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| California | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
| Alabama | 1% |
| Maryland | 1% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 63 % |
Alcorn State offers campus housing for 1,354 of its 3,234 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Port Gibson, Mississippi for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Mississippi Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 21 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 3,065 | 2,619 | 85% | 401 | 15% |
| Men | 1,072 | 1,012 | 94% | 159 | 16% |
| Women | 1,993 | 1,607 | 81% | 242 | 15% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 370 | 440 |
| SAT Math | 360 | 480 |
| ACT Verbal | 16 | 21 |
| ACT Math | 16 | 19 |
| ACT Composite | 16 | 20 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 7% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 93% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 4,488 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 10,692 |
| Room and board | $ 5,128 |
| Room charge | $ 2,978 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,150 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,392 |
| Other expenses | $ 4,640 |
Financial Aid:
Alcorn State participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 239600)
Alcorn State has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 38 | 13 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 24 | 21 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 37 | 44 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 4 | $100,825 | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 3 | $89,131 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 6 | $70,034 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 7 | $46,751 | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 14 | $66,803 | 12 | $77,350 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 26 | $63,974 | 4 | $60,938 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 20 | $58,750 | 14 | $55,508 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 17 | $57,573 | 28 | $52,575 |
| Instructor | academic year | 20 | $36,755 | 20 | $38,331 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 83 | $54,845 | 66 | $49,388 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Southwestern Athletic Conference |
| Basketball | Southwestern Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Southwestern Athletic Conference |
| Track | Southwestern Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 144 | 87 | 231 |
| Football | 77 | 0 | 77 |
| Track | 13 | 23 | 36 |
| Basketball | 15 | 17 | 32 |
| Baseball | 29 | 0 | 29 |
| All Other Sports | 10 | 47 | 57 |
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Agricultural Business and Management, General
Agricultural Economics
Agriculture, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Community College Education
Elementary Education and Teaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Robotics Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Development
Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Mass Communication/Media Studies
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing, Other
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Alcorn State Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% |  |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in agricultural science and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in music (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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