Alcorn State University's published cost of attendance is $23,751. Net price by income band reflects the institution's commitment to affordability across the income spectrum: low-income families pay approximately $12,613, middle-income families pay around $16,296, and higher-income families pay approximately $17,620.
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Net prices are averages and may vary. Based on federal data for first-time, full-time students receiving aid.
| Cost Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Cost of Attendance (Sticker Price) | $23,751 |
| Tuition and Fees | $8,785 |
| Room and Board | $12,204 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,672 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$10,486 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $13,265 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $12,613 |
| $30–48k | $12,344 |
| $48–75k | $16,296 |
| $75–110k | $18,244 |
| $110k+ | $17,620 |
Alcorn State University's published cost of attendance is $23,751. Net price by income band reflects the institution's commitment to affordability across the income spectrum: low-income families pay approximately $12,613, middle-income families pay around $16,296, and higher-income families pay approximately $17,620. Azimuth ranks Alcorn State University #458 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. Net prices by income band are medians within those bands; individual aid packages vary, so some families in each band pay more and some less than the figures shown. Alcorn State's public tuition structure and need-based aid programs work together to narrow the gap between sticker price and what families actually pay. Most undergraduates receive need-based financial aid through federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans) and state programs, which helps make the institution accessible to students from a wide range of economic backgrounds. The affordability rank reflects both the headline net prices and the debt load graduates carry, positioning Alcorn State as a cost-conscious option for families seeking strong value in higher education. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $27,000, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $13,000; private or institutional loans may add further borrowing that falls outside these federal-only figures — see the for how household context shapes PLUS decisions. For a graduate at the institution's median four-year earnings of $45,495, median federal debt of $27,000 projects to a monthly payment of about $305 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use .
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How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Graduates of Alcorn State University earn median 4-year earnings of $45,495, placing Alcorn State University in the 3.0 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. That figure runs below the $56,249 median at comparable institutions. Graduates earn about $9,862 less than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Alcorn State University in the 21.2 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. These figures represent lifetime returns relative to MS's no-degree-equivalent earnings baseline of $29,193 (the state median earnings of working adults with only a high school credential). The earnings pattern reflects Alcorn State University's concentration in Biological Sciences. Biology, General is the largest program with 113 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $40,379, at 0.7x the national benchmark for the field. The General Studies program graduates 60 students earning $42,321, and the The Business Administration program graduates 42 students earning $39,841. Together, these programs anchor the institution's degree output and shape the overall earnings profile. Azimuth ranks Alcorn State University #1349 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions.
