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Public Research University in Alcorn State, MS. Operating on a semester system.
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Total Enrollment
Research University
Institution Type
8
Housing Buildings
530
Housing Capacity
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Life in Alcorn State for Alcorn State University Students
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Timezone
Central Time (CT)
Student Population
2,933
Climate Averages
Climate
Humid subtropical
Campus Operations Snapshot
Student Facilities
J.D. Boyd Library
Monday-Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.; Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.; Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; Sunday: 2:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
James L. Bolden Campus Union
Monday-Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday: 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. (food court only)
E.E. Simmons Gymnasium
Not explicitly listed; contact for current hours.
Rowan Hall Health Services Center
Monday-Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Fine Arts Facilities (Little Theater, Stage, Music Technology Lab, Music Lab)
Not explicitly listed; contact department for current hours.
Campus Bookstore (Amenities Building)
Not explicitly listed; special Homecoming hours noted.
Parking and Transit
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Campus News
Latest updates from Alcorn State University
Campus Shooting and Emergency Lockdown
A shooting occurred near the Industrial Technology Building on the Alcorn State University campus on October 11, resulting in one death and two injuries. The university issued an emergency alert instructing all students to shelter in place.
Read MoreMBI Makes Arrest in Deadly Alcorn State Shooting
The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation announced the arrest of Taevion Doss in connection with a fatal shooting at Alcorn State University.
Oct 16, 2025
Read MoreAlcorn to Host Mardi Gras-Themed 2025 Homecoming
Alcorn State University will celebrate its 2025 Homecoming with a Mardi Gras theme.
Sep 28, 2025
Read MoreUpcoming Events
What's happening at Alcorn State University
Homecoming Football Game: Alcorn State vs. Lincoln (CA)
October 11, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Jack Spinks-Marino Casem Stadium
The centerpiece of Homecoming week, featuring a Mardi Gras theme and a matchup against Lincoln University.
Mardi Gras-Themed Homecoming Parade
October 11, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Campus Main Route
Annual Homecoming Parade featuring floats, bands, and student organizations, part of the Mardi Gras-themed Homecoming week.
Spring & Summer 2026 Registration Begins
October 13, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Online/Registrar’s Office
Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Alcorn State University
Freshmen are required to live on campus unless living with family within a 30-mile radius.
3 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.
East Hall
Capacity: 200
Room types: single, double
West Hall
Capacity: 180
Room types: double, suite
Bolden Hall
Capacity: 150
Room types: single, double
Campus Details
Academic System
Semester
Control
Public
Email Domain
@alcorn.edu
Current Term: Summer 2026 - First Term
Start: May 27, 2026
End: July 31, 2026
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