Alcorn State University admissions
Alcorn State, MS
Alcorn State University acceptance rate
45.3%
2,961 of 6,532 applicants were admitted in the 2024 cycle (U.S. Dept. of Education IPEDS data).
Selective. With a rate like this, Alcorn State University is a target or reach depending on how your profile compares with admitted students.
Key numbers
- Yield: 21% of admitted students enrolled (610 of 2,961).
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Common questions about Alcorn State University
What is the acceptance rate at Alcorn State University?
Alcorn State University admitted 45.3% of applicants (2,961 of 6,532) in the 2024 admissions cycle, according to U.S. Department of Education IPEDS data.
How many admitted students enroll at Alcorn State University?
610 of the 2,961 admitted students enrolled, a yield of 21%. Yield is the share of admitted students who choose to attend.
How do you compare at Alcorn State University?
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