C
Average
Score: 51/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
37/100 · earnings-weighted

Carl Albert State College

2-Year Public
📍 Poteau, Oklahoma 74953
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 41%
Outcomes
C
50/100
Affordability
B+
81/100
Resources
C
47/100
Experience
C+
55/100
Prestige
F
22/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

1,786
Total Enrollment
41%
Graduation Rate
58%
Retention Rate
23.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$7,141
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Carl Albert State College ▼

41% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$188,372
Avg Monthly Rent
$882
1-Year Change
+6.1%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Carl Albert State College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$34,117
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$30,375
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$9,362
Median debt at graduation
43.1%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
54.3%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 27% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 31st percentile among associate-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (OK wage index 0.79). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Carl Albert State College

Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$69,264$74,997-7%#720 of 962#421$10,875
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$38,303$49,450+17%#168 of 476#84—
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences$25,131$44,939-12%#39 of 50#29$7,642
Non-Professional Legal Studies—$41,942+2%———
Business Administration, Management and Operations$26,274$40,001-18%#447 of 547#377$8,324
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$26,648$38,771-12%#758 of 947#504$6,750
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods—$36,542-3%#96 of 160#62—
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services$24,517$36,363+6%#37 of 93#20—
Social Sciences—$28,986-29%———

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

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  • Avg home value near campus: $188,372
  • Avg rent near campus: $882/mo
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🏆 Where Carl Albert State College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#18
Social Sciences, Other
of 22 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $3,000 $7,477
Total Cost (On-Campus) $17,770 $22,247

Financial Aid

93%
Receive Any Aid
68%
Receive Pell Grants
16%
Take Out Loans
$7,141
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$6,351
$30,001 - $48,000$6,502
$48,001 - $75,000$7,624
$75,001 - $110,000$11,921

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Child Care Provider/Assistant 136 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 65 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 50 grads/yr General Studies 45 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 42 grads/yr Social Sciences, Other 40 grads/yr Physical Therapy Assistant 30 grads/yr Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 18 grads/yr Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other 11 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 10 grads/yr Engineering, General 7 grads/yr Cybersecurity Defense Strategy/Policy 7 grads/yr Pre-Law Studies 6 grads/yr Management Information Systems, General 6 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 5 grads/yr Social Sciences, General 4 grads/yr Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians, Other 4 grads/yr Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician 4 grads/yr Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia 2 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 1 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Carl Albert State College's top programs commonly pursue.

Childcare workers
$32k/yr 991,600 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs

Student Demographics

1,786
Total Students
69%
Women
57%
Traditional Age (18-24)
41%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 49%
Hispanic 9%
Black 1%
Asian 1%
Two or More 17%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 41%
Off-Campus (Renters) 41%
With Family 18%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~725 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 24%
Hybrid (Some Online) 36%
Fully Online 40%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 57%
25-64 (Adult) 26%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Carl Albert State College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Carl Albert State College?
Tuition at Carl Albert State College is $3,000 for in-state students and $7,477 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $7,141.
What is the graduation rate at Carl Albert State College?
The graduation rate at Carl Albert State College is 41%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Carl Albert State College a good school?
Carl Albert State College has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Carl Albert State College?
Carl Albert State College has a total enrollment of 1,786 students.
Is there rental demand near Carl Albert State College?
Yes! Approximately 41% of students at Carl Albert State College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 725 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Poteau area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology