Is Carl Albert State College worth it?
Carl Albert State College is a public, two-year institution in Poteau, Oklahoma (small town). It awarded 495 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in child care provider, business administration and management and health services.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$26,862
Median earnings 4 years after
$41,241
Median earnings 10 years after
$34,117
Average net price
$14,607
Completion rate
43%
Completions (2024)
495
Years to pay back
1.4 years
Students (undergrad)
1,308
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General | Associate | $25,131 | $44,939 | 51 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Associate | $69,264 | $74,997 | 40 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services | Associate | $24,517 | $36,363 | 28 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Associate | $26,274 | $40,001 | 25 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $26,648 | $38,771 | 24 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services | Undergraduate certificate | $21,625 | $21,448 | 22 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate | $38,303 | $49,450 | 18 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Associate | N/A | $36,542 | N/A |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Engineering, General | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Non-Professional Legal Studies | Associate | N/A | $41,942 | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Child Care Provider/Assistant | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 103 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Associate | 65 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General | Associate | 50 |
| General Studies | Associate | 45 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 42 |
| Social Sciences, Other | Associate | 40 |
| Child Care Provider/Assistant | Associate | 33 |
| Physical Education Teaching and Coaching | Associate | 18 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 18 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | Associate | 12 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 36% | 469 |
| Public Administration | 10% | 125 |
| Retail Trade | 9% | 113 |
| Finance and Insurance | 6% | 73 |
| Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation | 6% | 72 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 64 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 5% | 61 |
| Manufacturing | 5% | 59 |
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Sources: federal figures for Carl Albert State College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Oklahoma. Counts under 10 are not published.
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