Cameron University

Cameron University is a public, state school in a small town setting in Lawton, Oklahoma. Cameron University was founded in 1908 and now enrolls around 3,771 students a year, including 3,459 undergrads. Cameron University offers housing for up to 405 students. Most students live in off campus housing.

There are many ways for students to get involved at Cameron University! Love music or performing? Sing in a chorus or perform with one of Cameron University's theater groups.

Interested in journalism or communications? Cameron University students can write for the campus newspaperor be a producer for the student-run television channel.

Excited for Greek life? Cameron University has fraternities and sororities.

Planning to play sports? Cameron University has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Cameron University on the Student Life page.

Learn more about life at Cameron University on the Student Life page.

2021 Cameron University Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Average GPA	3.3
In-State Tuition	$4,740
Out-of-State	$14,160
Percent of Need Met	56%
Average First-Year Financial Aid Package	$8,804

Is Cameron University a Good School?

There is no one way to define a "good" college or university. Admissions difficulty and admitted student statistics can give you a sense of how competitive a university is, but they don't say much about the quality of the education or the student experience. There are a few statistics that can give you a good idea of how satisfied students are and how well a school supports its students.

Let's take a look at each of these factors to get a clearer sense of what Cameron University offers and if it sounds like a good fit for you.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Cameron University

Retention is the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. This is a way to get a sense of how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

Out of all the first-year, full-time undergrads who start at Cameron University, around 67% return for the next year. Cameron University's six-year graduation rate for undergrads is 34%. The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outlook Cameron University Graduates

Job placement rates after graduation and average starting salaries can all give important clues about the value of a degree from a specific school.

Cameron University's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students. As of 2021, the total market value of the school endowment was $19.9 million. The average college endowment was $905 million in 2021. The school spends $8,262 for each full-time student enrolled.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Cameron University

Cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need. Cameron University meets 56% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. First-year students that attend Cameron University full-time are awarded $8,804 a year in financial aid, on average.

In 2020, students graduated with an average of $11,323 in student loans for each student with debt. For context, compare this number with the average national debt, which is around $36,000 per borrower.

The 2022-2023 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2021

Some aid is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA early. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so be very wary of anyone asking you for money.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Cameron University. Based on this information, how does Cameron University sound? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may not be the right school for someone else! So ask yourself: Is Cameron University a good school for you?

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Where is Cameron University Located?

Cameron University is located in the small town setting of Lawton, Oklahoma.

If you want to see Cameron University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 44 to Lawton, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Lawton Municipal.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Cameron University and Lawton are like without leaving home.

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