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Carl Albert State College

Poteau, OK·Public·https://www.carlalbert.edu/

Campus Identity

Carl Albert State College is a public community college in Poteau, OK. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 53/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Carl Albert State College is a public community college in Poteau, OK. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 53/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$2,880
In-State Tuition
+$1,740 fees
$6,714
Out-of-State Tuition
+$1,740 fees
$5,909
Room & Board
15 meals/week
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Town setting

Ski Access

307 miles

Snow Creek Ski Area

Weather

Warm Climate

55°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

307 mi away
30 skiable acres6 lifts
327 mi away
30 skiable acres7 lifts
442 mi away
50 skiable acres2 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Poteau, OK

39°Jan44°Feb51°Mar60°Apr69°May78°Jun82°Jul81°Aug73°Sep63°Oct52°Nov42°Dec

Station: WISTER 3 S · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

53/100
Less Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety545842
54/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
58/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
42/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$2,880$6,714
Fees
$1,740$1,740
Room & Board
$5,909$5,909
Total
$10,529$14,363
In-StateOut-of-State
Meal Plan: 15 meals/week

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

30 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Human Development, Family Studies, and Related ServicesCertificate
94 grads/yr$21,448
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, GeneralAssociate's
62 grads/yr$44,939
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
52 grads/yr$38,771
Business Administration, Management and OperationsAssociate's
40 grads/yr$40,001
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
34 grads/yr$74,997

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's34 grads$74,997
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Associate's15 grads$49,450
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
Associate's62 grads$44,939
Non-Professional Legal Studies
Associate's7 grads$41,942
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's40 grads$40,001
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's52 grads$38,771
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Associate's18 grads$36,542
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
Associate's26 grads$36,363
Social Sciences, Other
Associate's33 grads$28,986
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
Certificate94 grads$21,448

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Carl Albert State College located?

Carl Albert State College is located in Poteau, OK. The main campus address is 1507 S McKenna, Poteau, OK. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Carl Albert State College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Carl Albert State College charges $2,880/year for in-state students and $6,714/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($5,909/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $14,363/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Carl Albert State College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Carl Albert State College the right fit for me?

Whether Carl Albert State College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($6,714/year out-of-state), campus culture in Poteau, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Carl Albert State College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Carl Albert State College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Poteau, OK
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 55°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
53/100
Nearest Airport
Fort Smith, AR (FSM) · 26 mialso MLC (66 mi), FYV (72 mi)

Location

Poteau, OK

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.