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Alcorn State University Admission Requirements

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Alcorn State University Admission Overview

Alcorn State University admission requirements are competitive. Last year Alcorn State University admitted 45.3% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.2 GPA (B+) and SAT 670-998 / ACT 15-19. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Alcorn State University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

45.3%

Admission Standards

Extremely Easy

Applicant Competition

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Acceptance Rate

The Alcorn State University acceptance rate is 45.3%. Last year, 2,961 of 6,532 applicants were admitted. That is the 3rd lowest acceptance rate in Mississippi.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Alcorn State University and can you get accepted?

Alcorn State University is a competitive school to get into, turning away a substantial share of applicants. You have a good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

Alcorn State University typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.2. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 21% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Alcorn State University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.2

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.2

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Alcorn State University typically have around a 3.2 GPA (B+) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have about average high school grades.

The school ranks #11 in Mississippi for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.2 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Alcorn State University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

670-998

Freshmen who sent SAT

8%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 400
  • Math 270
  • Composite 670
SAT 25th percentile scores for Alcorn State University

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 513
  • Math 485
  • Composite 998
SAT 75th percentile scores for Alcorn State University

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Alcorn State University typically score around a 830 SAT (middle 50% 670–998) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 13th percentile nationally. Alcorn State University ranks #13 in the state of Mississippi for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 670 to 998

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SAT policy

You must send SAT or ACT for 2024-25. Confirm current rules on the school's site.

View other colleges which accept students in the 830 SAT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at Alcorn State University
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
998+ Above 75th >61%
830 to 998 Avg + 45%-61%
670 to 830 Avg - 30%-45%
Below 670 Below mid-50 <30%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Alcorn State University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

15-19

Freshmen reporting ACT

92%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 13
  • Math 15
  • Composite 15
ACT 25th percentile scores for Alcorn State University

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 19
  • Math 17
  • Composite 19
ACT 75th percentile scores for Alcorn State University

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Alcorn State University typically have around a 17 ACT (mid-50 15–19) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 31st percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Alcorn State University places #12 among colleges in Mississippi for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 15 to 19

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

ACT or SAT is required for 2024-25. Check the school's site for current rules.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 17.0 ACT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at Alcorn State University
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
19+ Above 75th >61%
17 to 19 Avg + 45%-61%
15 to 17 Avg - 30%-45%
Below 15 Below mid-50 <30%

How to read these figures

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

73% of Alcorn State University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 24% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Alcorn State University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 16%
Top 25% of class 24%
Top 50% of class 73%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

Estimate How You Compare

See how your GPA and SAT or ACT compare with last year's enrolled class. This is not a personal probability of admission.

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Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.

Alcorn State University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 4,608 1,924 6,532
Accepted 2,169 792 2,961
Acceptance Rate 47% 41% 45%
Enrolled 432 178 610
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 20% 22% 21%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Alcorn State University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Alcorn State University application requirements
Requirement Used for Admission
Test Scores Required to be considered for admission
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Alcorn State University is $30.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Alcorn State University
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

Alcorn State University is test-required for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 45.3% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.2 GPA (about an B+ average). Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=175342.

GPA calculator: Alcorn State University GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026