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CARL ALBERT STATE COLLEGE GENERATES NEARLY $100 MILLION IN ECONOMIC IMPACT FOR OKLAHOMA

Carl Albert State College (CASC) continues to demonstrate its vital role in driving economic growth and community development across Oklahoma. A recent economic impact analysis revealed that CASC generated $99.97 million in total economic output and supported 986 jobs with $44.11 million in wages during fiscal year 2024. The study, conducted by the Economics Center, […]

CARL ALBERT STATE COLLEGE AWARDED $2.6 MILLION STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES GRANT

POTEAU, OK- The U.S. Department of Education has awarded Carl Albert State College (CASC) a Student Support Services (SSS) grant totaling $2,620,150 over the next five years. The grant provides $524,030 annually to strengthen support for 285 low-income, first-generation, and disabled college students each year, both in person and online, through offices on the Poteau […]

CARL ALBERT STATE COLLEGE ANNOUNCES EXCITING REMODEL OF STUDENT CENTER

Poteau, OK – June 11, 2025 — Carl Albert State College (CASC) is proud to announce the upcoming remodel of its Student Center, a major project that will enhance the student experience and align the facility with the college’s modern campus aesthetic. The remodel is being funded through multiple sources including significant deferred maintenance funding provided by […]

CASC EDUCATIONAL TALENT SEARCH HOSTS LEADERSHIP CAMP FOR LOCAL YOUTH

POTEAU, OK – Carl Albert State College’s Educational Talent Search (ETS) program proudly hosted its annual ETS Leadership Camp on May 28, 2025, welcoming thirty-five middle and high school students for a day of growth, motivation, and leadership development. The event featured guest speaker Nicki Joiner, a dynamic speaker with Top Youth Speakers, who delivered […]

CARL ALBERT STATE COLLEGE WELCOMES FORMER SENATOR MARK ALLEN AS NEWEST REGENT

Carl Albert State College is proud to announce the appointment of Mark D. Allen as the newest member of its Board of Regents. A lifelong Oklahoman and accomplished public servant, Allen brings decades of leadership experience in business, military service, and state government to his new role with the college. Born and raised in Oklahoma, […]

CARL ALBERT STATE COLLEGE ANNOUNCES NEW WRESTLING COACHES FOR 2025–2026 SEASON

POTEAU, OKLA. – Carl Albert State College (CASC) is proud to announce exciting new leadership within its wrestling programs for the upcoming 2025–2026 season. The Vikings are elevating Coach Nathan Marek to Head Men’s Wrestling Coach and welcoming two new additions: Coach Brady Vogel as Assistant Men’s and Women’s Wrestling Coach and Coach Wilkinson as […]

CARL ALBERT STATE COLLEGE HONORS REGENT R. CARROLL HUGGINS UPON BOARD RETIREMENT

Carl Albert State College proudly celebrates the remarkable tenure and retirement of Regent R. Carroll Huggins from the Board of Regents; Huggins’ steadfast service on the Board has left a lasting legacy on the college and the communities it serves. Appointed to the Board of Regents in May 1997, Huggins has provided over 27 years […]

CARL ALBERT STATE COLLEGE RETIRES LONG-TIME COACH’S JERSEY

POTEAU, OKLA. –– Carl Albert State College proudly retired Coach Mark Pollard’s jersey during a recent Vikings home baseball game, honoring his extraordinary impact on the program. Pollard notched his 1,000th career win in 2016 during his 34th and final season as head baseball coach. Over his storied career, he produced 11 MLB draft picks—two […]

MISS OKLAHOMA 2024 LAUREN FROST VISITS STUDENTS, INSPIRES WITH MESSAGE OF HOPE AND ADVOCACY

POTEAU, OKLA. –– Students at Carl Albert State College were recently treated to an inspiring visit from Lauren Frost, Miss Oklahoma 2024, who shared her powerful story, personal journey, and vision for a brighter future rooted in compassion, advocacy, and purpose. A proud graduate of Northeastern State University with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication […]

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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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