Cameron University College Portrait
Cameron University2800 West Gore Boulevard Lawton, OK 73505
(580) 581-2200
Cameron University
Cameron University is a vibrant and diverse community located in the heart of southwest Oklahoma. Cameron offers students a variety of high quality academic programs at the associate, bachelor's and master's degree levels. Personalized attention and a variety of student enrichment activities are available to all students.
Founded in 1908, Cameron University is known for its student-centered approach to education and is committed to providing students the highest quality academic programs and a complete collegiate experience. Cameron understands that students want an education that prepares them to achieve career and life goals. Cameron's campus has been recently transformed with the completion of more than $60 million in capital improvements.
Living in the Aggies Community
Southwest Oklahoma's Institution of Choice
Students are the heart of our commitment. By making Cameron your University of Choice, you are choosing to pursue your academic endeavors where you can grow personally, excel academically, and receive a complete university experience.
The Big Picture: How many students were on campus in Fall 2012?
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| Total Students | 6,115 | |
|---|---|---|
Undergraduate Snapshot
| Total Undergraduate Students | 5,571 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gender | ||
| Women | 3,382 | 61% |
| Men | 2,189 | 39% |
| Race/Ethnicity | ||
| American Indian / Alaskan Native | 346 | 6% |
| Asian | 85 | 2% |
| African American / Black | 858 | 15% |
| Hispanic | 571 | 10% |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 23 | <1% |
| White | 2,749 | 49% |
| Two or More Races | 379 | 7% |
| International | 333 | 6% |
| Race/Ethnicity Not Reported | 227 | 4% |
| Where do CU undergraduates call home? | |
|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 80% |
| Other US States & Territories | 14% |
| Other Countries | 6% |
| Residency Unknown | <1% |
| How old are CU undergraduates? | |
| Average Age | 26 |
| Percent of Undergraduates Age 25 or Older | 43% |
New Student Applications (Fall 2012)
New Freshmen High School Background and Test Scores
Test(s) Required for Admission: SAT or ACT recommended
| Test Scores of Enrolled New Freshmen | ACT |
|---|---|
| Composite | 17 - 22 |
| Math | 16 - 22 |
| English | 16 - 23 |
50% of admitted students have test scores within the ranges listed, 25% have scores above, and 25% have scores below.
| High School Background of Enrolled New Freshmen | ||
|---|---|---|
| Percent in top 25% of High School Graduating Class | 14% | |
| Percent in top 50% of High School Graduating Class | 40% | |
| Percent of New Freshmen who submitted HS GPA | 78% | |
| Average High School GPA (4-point scale) | 3.12 | |
| Percent who submitted High School GPA | 82% | |
Sticker Price: How much does it cost on average?
Typical Undergraduate Costs for without Financial Aid (Full-Time, In-State Students)
Total Typical Cost of Attendance: $10,806
Out-of-State & Other Costs
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The cost to attend Cameron University varies based on the individual circumstances of students and may be reduced through grants and scholarships.
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Financial Aid: How much help is there to pay?
Scholarships & Grants
- <1% of full-time undergraduates received need-based grants or scholarships; the average award for the year was $0. Scholarships and grants are financial aid that does not need to be repaid and is sometimes referred to as gift aid.
Annual Need-Based Loans
- <1% of full-time undergraduates received need-based work-study and/or loans (not including parent loans); the average loan for the year was $0. Loans need to be repaid. Typically, repayment starts once you are no longer enrolled full-time. Please refer to page 12 of the Funding Education Beyond High School guide on the US Department of Education's Federal Student Aid website for more information about Financial Need.
Percent of 2011 Full-time Beginning Students Receiving Each Type of Financial Aid
NOTE: Students may receive aid from more than one source.
CU Classes & Instructors
| Classroom Environment | |
|---|---|
| Students per Faculty | 20 to 1 |
| Undergraduate classes with fewer than 30 students | 76% |
| Undergraduate classes with fewer than 50 students | 98% |
| Total Full-Time Instructional Faculty | 176 |
| % of Full-Time Instructional Faculty Who Are Female | 41% |
| % of Full-Time Instructional Faculty Who Are Persons of Color | 20% |
| % of Full-Time Instructional Faculty Who Have the Highest Academic Degree Offered in Their Field of Study | 72% |
Campus-based Housing
25% of new freshmen live in campus-based housing or residence halls.
10% of all undergraduates live on campus
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Campus Safety
MISSION STATEMENT: To provide efficient, effective, and responsive customer oriented service so as to promote a quality of life based on harmony and cooperation resulting in an environment conducive to the learning process.
Campus Crime Statistics
Carnegie Classification of Institutional Characteristics
The Carnegie Classification's were created "to reference the great diversity of colleges and universities in the United States, and ... enable [people] to identify groups of roughly comparable institutions." For information on the Carnegie Classifications system, please visit their website: http://classifications.carnegiefoundation.org/
- Basic Type
- Master's Colleges and Universities (medium programs)
- Size and Setting
- Medium four-year, primarily nonresidential
- Enrollment Profile
- Very high undergraduate
- Undergraduate Profile
- Medium full-time four-year, inclusive
- Undergraduate Instructional Program
- Balanced arts & sciences/professions, some graduate coexistence
- Graduate Instructional Program
- Postbaccalaureate with arts & sciences (education dominant)
NOTE: Institutional classifications based on the Carnegie 2005 edition.
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Student Activities and Involvement at CU
At Cameron University, we recognize that students who are actively involved in their own learning and development are more likely to be successful in college. Cameron students may participate in study abroad trips, undergraduate research, workshops on skills for academic success, student organizations, leadership training, community service opportunities, and wellness activities. Cameron University measures the effectiveness of these, and other, experiences in a variety of ways. Each program in Student Services and Enrollment Management annually assesses outcomes relating to student experiences, student learning, and student satisfaction using a variety of assessment measures. Additionally, every three years, the university administers the National Survey on Student Engagement. All data collected is analyzed and used to guide improvements in the student experience, student learning, and student satisfaction at Cameron University.
Institutions participating in the VSA program measure student involvement on campus using one of four national surveys. Results from the one survey are reported for a common set of questions selected as part of VSA. Following are the selected results from the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE). The questions have been grouped together in categories that are known to contribute to student learning and development. The results reported below are based on the responses of seniors who participated in the survey.
Group Learning Experiences
- 89.0% percent of seniors worked with classmates on assignments outside of class.
- 52.0% of seniors tutored or taught other students
- 16.0% of seniors spent at least 6 hours per week participating in co-curricular activities such as student organizations and intramural sports
Active Learning Experiences
- 81.0% of seniors spent at least 6 hours per week preparing for class
- 16.0% of seniors worked on a research project with a faculty member
- 36.0% of seniors participated in an internship, practicum, or field experience
- 47.0% of seniors participated in community service or volunteer work
- 7.0% of seniors participated in study abroad
- 91.0% of seniors made at least one class presentation last year
Institutional Commitment to Student Learning and Success
- 98.0% of seniors believe this institution provides support for student success
- 84.0% of seniors rated the quality of academic advising at this institution as good or excellent
- 70.0% of seniors reported that this institution provided help in coping with work, family and other non-academic responsibilities
- 97.0% of seniors reported working harder than they thought they could to meet an instructor's standards or expectations
Student Interaction with Campus Faculty and Staff
- 76.0% of seniors believed that the campus staff were helpful, considerate, or flexible
- 88.0% of seniors believed that faculty are available, helpful, or sympathetic
- 98.0% of seniors reported that faculty members provided prompt feedback on their academic performance
- 78.0% of seniors discussed readings or ideas with faculty members outside of class
Experiences with Diverse Groups of People and Ideas
- 64.0% of seniors reported that they often tried to understand someone else's point of view
- 89.0% of seniors reported their experience at this institution contributed to their understanding people of other racial and ethnic backgrounds
- 62.0% of seniors often had serious conversations with students of a different race or ethnicity
Student Satisfaction
- 86.0% of seniors would attend this institution if they started over again
- 89.0% of seniors rated their entire educational experience as good or excellent
- 85.0% of seniors reported that other students were friendly or supportive
Evaluation of Experiences
Survey Administration Process
Survey Information
Majors and Degrees
| Degrees awarded at Cameron University in 2011-12 | |
|---|---|
| Associate's | 185 |
| Bachelor's | 567 |
| Master's | 94 |
| Total | 846 |
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| Areas of Study with the largest number of bachelor's degrees awarded in 2011-12 | |
|---|---|
| Business Administration and Management, General. | 12% |
| Psychology, General. | 9% |
| Elementary Education and Teaching. | 9% |
| General Studies. | 8% |
| Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other. | 8% |
| Links to degree programs at Cameron University |
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Associate'sBachelor'sMaster's |
Student Success & Progress Rate
A 49% four-year success and progress rate means that 49% of students starting in Fall 2006 either graduated or are still enrolled at a higher education institution four years later.
Counts for the Fall 2006 entering class shown in the graph above.
- 684 First-Time, Full-Time Students
- 66 Full-Time Transfer Students
Success & Progress Rate Table
Retention of Freshman Class
First-time students in Fall 2011 that returned for their second year: 57%