Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's degree · Carl Albert State College · Poteau, OK
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Carl Albert State College earn a median of $69,264 one year after completing the program. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $80,813 four years after graduating (middle half: $61,109–$103,839). Median debt is $10,875, about 16% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Associate's degree) at other Oklahoma schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Rose State College Midwest City | $76,453 | $9,000 |
| Connors State College Warner | $72,430 | $20,781 |
| Murray State College Tishomingo | $71,869 | $17,969 |
| Oklahoma City Community College Oklahoma City | $70,463 | $10,500 |
| Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology Okmulgee | $69,065 | $14,000 |
| Tulsa Community College Tulsa | $68,544 | $17,064 |
| Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City Oklahoma City | $68,070 | $14,801 |
| Rogers State University Claremore | $63,902 | $24,191 |
| Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College Miami | $62,207 | $19,000 |
| Redlands Community College El Reno | $61,453 | $9,685 |
| Western Oklahoma State College Altus | $60,489 | $10,500 |
| Northern Oklahoma College Tonkawa | $57,846 | $13,433 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from Carl Albert State College make?
The median salary is $69,264 one year after graduation and $71,378 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $10,875.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.