by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Alcorn State worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Alcorn State is ranked #1,442 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B (above average for value). Within Mississippi, it ranks #23 of 32 for value.
Among the majors Alcorn State offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Agriculture | #15 of 37 |
| Agricultural Economics | #15 of 37 |
| Agricultural Business | #17 of 41 |
| General Agriculture | #29 of 60 |
| Agricultural Economics & Business | #36 of 82 |
| Human Development & Family Studies | #64 of 169 |
| Child Development | #64 of 169 |
| Agriculture & Agriculture Operations | #82 of 163 |
| Family, Consumer & Human Sciences | #87 of 230 |
| Child and Family Studies | #87 of 230 |
Read the full Alcorn State value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Alcorn State University is ranked #24 out of #33 in Mississippi for quality and #23 out of #32 for Mississippi value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Alcorn State financial aid page to be sure.
Alcorn State University is ranked #1,442 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Alcorn State University is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Alcorn State costs about $14,838. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $59,352 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $23,751 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $13,265 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $14,838 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $59,352 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the Alcorn State net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Alcorn State degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $95,004 | — | — |
| All Students | $59,352 | #1,442 | B |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $53,060 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $95,004 | — | — |
| All Students | $59,352 | #23 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $53,060 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Alcorn State shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $13,010 |
| $30K–$48K | $14,640 |
| $48K–$75K | $16,450 |
| $75K–$110K | $17,658 |
| Over $110K | $12,089 |
About 85% of Alcorn State undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $10,544 per year. Get more details on the Alcorn State financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Alcorn State cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.