Alcorn State University Football
Alcorn State University (ASU) · Alcorn State, Mississippi · Public university
Alcorn State University Football coaches
Coaches at Alcorn State University who recruit Men's Football, head coach first.
The program
Where Alcorn State University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Southwestern Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- alcornsports.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 16 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 57% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Alcorn State University in Alcorn State.
- Location
- Alcorn State, Mississippi
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- alcorn.edu
About Alcorn State University Football
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Cedric Thomas, the Head Coach, leads the Alcorn State University Football staff of 13 coaches, verified October 2026. Alcorn State University (ASU) competes in NCAA Division I Football as a member of the Southwestern Athletic Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division I football coaches can start private messages and calls on September 1 of junior year. Alcorn State University is a small public school in Alcorn State, Mississippi with 2,995 undergraduates, a 45% acceptance rate and an average net price of $12,376 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Alcorn State University Football
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Cedric Thomas, the Head Coach and Trumaine Watson, the Associate Head Coach - Run Game Coordinator - Offensive Line. Alcorn State University has 13 coaches for Football, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your position, height and weight, 40-yard dash and key stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
- Send your videoInclude a Hudl highlight video with your best plays first, with the link near the top so Cedric can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Alcorn State University typically score 670–998 on the SAT and 15–19 on the ACT, and testing is required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Alcorn State University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Email Coach CedricHow football recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Alcorn State University Football FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Alcorn State University D1?
Yes. Alcorn State University competes in NCAA Division I Football, in the Southwestern Athletic Conference.
Is Alcorn State University public or private?
Alcorn State University is a public school in Alcorn State, Mississippi.
What conference is Alcorn State University Football in?
The Southwestern Athletic Conference.
Does Alcorn State University offer athletic scholarships for Football?
Alcorn State University competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does Alcorn State University Football have?
13 coaches, led by Cedric Thomas, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Alcorn State University Football?
Cedric Thomas is the Head Coach.
When can Alcorn State University Football coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division I football coaches can start private messages and calls on September 1 of junior year. You can email the coaches yourself at any age. Rules change, so check your sport's current NCAA recruiting calendar.
Can you walk on to Alcorn State University Football?
It depends on roster space each year. The best way to find out is to email the coaches with your stats and highlights and ask about walk-on spots.
How much does Alcorn State University cost?
In-state tuition is $8,105 and out-of-state tuition is $8,105 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $12,376.
What is the Alcorn State University acceptance rate?
45% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Alcorn State University?
Admitted students typically score 670–998 on the SAT and 15–19 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Alcorn State University Football coaches?
Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.
Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.
