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CARL ALBERT STATE COLLEGE NAMED TOP NURSING SCHOOL IN OKLAHOMA FOR 2025

Carl Albert State College (CASC) has been ranked the #1 nursing school in Oklahoma for 2025 by Research.com, a trusted source in educational rankings and resources. This recognition places CASC at the top among 52 nursing programs statewide, highlighting the college’s ongoing commitment to excellence in healthcare education.

According to Research.com, the Associate of Applied Science in Nursing at Carl Albert stands out for its affordability, accessibility, and exceptional quality. The program prepares students to deliver safe, evidence-based nursing care through a rigorous curriculum that includes theory, clinical practice, and hands-on simulation experiences.

“This honor reflects the incredible work of our faculty and staff who are dedicated to student success,” said Rebecca Sanders, Director of Nursing Education. “We are proud to offer a high-quality nursing education that truly meets the needs of our communities.”

CASC continues to lead in providing opportunities for students to enter the healthcare workforce well-prepared and with confidence. The recognition from Research.com confirms that Carl Albert State College is not only shaping the future of nursing in Oklahoma—but setting the standard.

For more information about CASC’s Nursing Program, visit www.carlalbert.edu or contact the Health Sciences Department.

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"Carl Albert was perfect for me. I wasn’t ready to attend a big school and had the idea that the only way to get a degree was by attending a class in person. With Carl Albert I was able to graduate in the comfort of my home!"
"I have really enjoyed my journey at Carl Albert while seeking my Allied Health degree. The exceptional help from Carl Albert staff and students has helped me in choosing to continue my education here in the nursing program!"
"I loved it! I loved the closeness of everyone, and felt I was able to go anywhere for help if needed."
"My overall experience at CASC was amazing! All faculty was very patient and helpful. My nursing instructors were wonderful and very attentive to our needs. Even to this day, all staff at the hospital brag on the CASC nursing students and their instructors. I will always recommend CASC."
"Carl Albert is full of instructors that want to see you succeed and will do about anything to help you get there."
"I had a wonderful experience obtaining my associates in child development. Every instructor helped me grow in knowledge and confidence as a non-traditional, first generation student seeking my degree. Because of my positive experience at Carl Albert, I was prepared to seek my bachelor's and master's degrees and now work in education myself investing in students."
"I love being a Viking! Love the online courses, you guys are so helpful and supportive! Thank you, for helping me earn my certificate in Child Development. I am re-rolled for the Fall semester CASC to continue and earn my associates degree, can't wait for another great school year!!!"
"I loved being apart of Carl Albert for two years. I will always appreciate the people who poured into me, with knowledge and love. I am so glad I had the opportunity to go somewhere I thought would never be possible."
"Before college, I was out of school for 10 years. It was a fresh new start, I learned the basics again, math and more. I’m able to apply my knowledge towards my future and job. My brain is filled with information to understand the very world we live in."
"Carl Albert was an awesome college with great teachers, coaches and students. I made memories that will last a lifetime. I was a baseball player there and loved playing and representing Carl Albert. I became not only a better athlete going to school there but a smarter student as well with the strong academics."
"Thank you CASC for letting me grow not only as a person but also helping me get the education that I needed!"
"It was an outstanding experience here at Carl Albert State College. I wouldn’t trade it for anything!"
"I absolutely loved my experience at CASC and enjoyed all of my professors. I want to give an extra special thank you to Susan Hill. She is my student advisor and she has went above and beyond with helping me."

Carl Albert State College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.edu), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education

2018 Oklahoma Best Colleges Award
Top Online Degrees Award
2019 Oklahoma Best Online Community Colleges Award
2020 Best Online Associate Degree - Most Affordable Award

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Poteau Campus

  • 1507 S. McKenna
    Poteau, OK 74953
  • (918) 647-1200

Sallisaw Campus

  • 1601 S. Buddy Spencer Ave.
    Sallisaw, OK 74955
  • (918) 775-6977