Alcorn State University

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The latest iteration of this study, "Transforming Futures: The Economic Engine of HBCUs," reaffirms the significant economic contributions of Alcorn State University. Through the production and consumption of various goods and services by Alcorn State University’s faculty, employees, and students, this institution acts as a catalyst for economic growth locally and regionally. This dynamic creates a ripple effect, leading to increased employment opportunities, heightened economic expansion, and a more dynamic community environment.

Founded in 1871 in Lorman, Mississippi, Alcorn State University is the oldest public historically Black land-grant institution in the U.S. and the second oldest state-supported institution of higher education in Mississippi. ASU offers a diverse array of degree programs, featuring prominent ones in arts and science, business, education, psychology, and nursing.

  • $159M
    Total Economic Impact
  • 1656
    Jobs
  • $2B
    Total Lifetime Earnings for Graduates