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Applying to Alcorn State University in Alcorn State, MS : Info & How-To

Are you considering applying to Alcorn State University? This institution situated in is known for being of average selectivity in comparison to other colleges across the country.

Basic Info on Applications and Admissions

SAT/ACT Scores as an Admission Factor?	Required
Advanced Placement Credits Accepted?	Yes
Application Undergraduate Fee	$0
Admissions Website	www.alcorn.edu/admissions
Online Appliation Website	https://selfserve.alcorn.edu/pls/prod/bwskalog.P_DispLoginNon

What You Need to Know Before Applying

Open Admissions	No
Selectivity of College	Average Selectivity
Applications Accepted	38%

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Is It Hard to Get Into Alcorn State?

Acceptance Rate

Alcorn State University has an acceptance rate of 38%, which means the school is serious about who it admits. Take your time in putting together a strong application that highlights why you are a good fit for Alcorn State.

Average Test Scores

About 16% of students accepted to Alcorn State submitted their SAT scores. When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing scores ranged between 410 and 500. Math scores were between 390 and 460.

Alcorn State received ACT scores from 84% of accepted students. When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, ACT Composite scores ranged between 16 and 25.

Notes and References

References

• National Center for Education Statistics
• College Scorecard
• Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
• Image Credit: By Jack E. Boucher under License

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