Carl Albert State College
About Carl Albert State College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Carl Albert State College teaches in Poteau, in the Ouachita Mountains of eastern Oklahoma, and keeps dormitories. Allied health and business are among its largest programs.
Founded
1933
Location
Poteau, Oklahoma
Students
1,308
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
43.1%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,380
Out-of-state: $9,098
Avg Net Price
$14,607
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$34,117
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
43.1% complete their degree within three years
Retention
10.2%
Transfer Out
5%
Teaching Quality
23:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
45.4%
$/Student
$7.1K
Class Size
Large
The 43.1% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,380
In-State
$9,098
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$5,909
Books & Supplies
$1,700
Total Cost of Attendance
$23,617
After Financial Aid
$14,607
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$13,902
Receive Grants
54.3%
Take Loans
14.4%
The total cost of attendance runs about $23,617/yr, including $5,909 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $14,607.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Carl Albert State College fund their education.
While in School
54.3%
Get Grants
Free money
14.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$22,241
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,362
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$99/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $9,362, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Carl Albert State College.
Gender
71%
Female
29%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,308
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
51.8%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
24.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 71% of the student body. 51.8% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,308
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Carl Albert State College fields 5 varsity teams with 168 student athletes, about 13% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
5
Biggest: Wrestling
Student Athletes
168
13% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
55% / 45%
92
Men
76
Women
3
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Carl Albert State Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$34,117
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
$25K
62 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$27K
52 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$26K
40 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$69K
34 grads
1yr Earnings
Social Sciences, Other
$29K
33 grads
4yr Earnings
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
$25K
26 grads
1yr Earnings
Median earnings are $34K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.