Rankings

• Regional Universities South: #51
• Historically Black Colleges and Universities: #31
• Top Public Schools: #22
• Top Performers on Social Mobility: #47 Source

Mission And History

• Mission
• History
• Fast Facts

Accreditations

• University: Alcorn State University
• Accrediting Organization: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
• Accreditation Granted Date: 1948-01-01
• Most Recent Reaffirmation Date: 2021-12-07
• Next Reaffirmation Due: 2031-01-01

Strategic Goals

• A Student-Centered Approach to Success: Sustained quality and compassion, expanded worldview, students prepared to enter and succeed in the workforce.
• Building an Inclusive and Engaged Community: Provide under-resourced Mississippi students pathways to higher education and social mobility.
• Transformation through Innovation: Value tradition while embracing innovation in areas including technology, processes, and infrastructure.
• Meaningful Community Engagement and Partnerships: Foster partnerships with alumni, high schools, community colleges, and industry stakeholders.
• Building a Sustainable and Resilient Enterprise: Create a solid foundation that enables the University to sustain itself in turbulent times.
• Full Plan

Resources And Documents

• Strategic Plan Goals
• Campus Plan
• Campus Map
• Virtual Tour
• Annual Security And Safety
• Peer Institution: (No data available)

Updated on 07/14/2025