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Cameron University

#1599 in US ranking Lawton, OK
Type:
Public
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$16,844
Tuition & fees
$7,095
Avg. aid
$6,621
Receiving aid
87%

Outcomes

Graduation rate
31%
Median salary
$41,925
1 yr after graduation

What does Cameron University offer in terms of athletics?

Cameron's Aggies compete in NCAA Division II athletics in the Lone Star Conference. That varsity affiliation is distinct from club sports, informal recreation, and fitness activities open to a broader group of students.

Varsity competition includes sports such as basketball, baseball, softball, golf, and tennis. Team offerings, rosters, and recruiting procedures can change, so a prospective athlete should consult the current athletics program for a particular sport. Students who do not plan to compete at the varsity level can ask about campus recreation and student-led sport clubs; participation rules for those activities differ from NCAA eligibility rules.

What student groups and Associations are available at Cameron University?

Student organizations offer Cameron students ways to meet peers around academic interests, recreation, faith, and service. Examples reported for the university include Psychology Club, Minecraft Club, Baptist Collegiate Ministries, Military Science Club, and CU BJJ Club.

Organization activity and recognition can change from year to year, so the current student-organization directory and campus events calendar are better guides to meeting times than an older club list. Students interested in representing classmates can also look into student government. A club is different from an academic department or a university service: it generally depends on students taking part and organizing activities.

Who studies at Cameron University?

Cameron University reports total enrollment of 3,696 students. Its student body is predominantly from Oklahoma: reported geographic figures put in-state students at 91%, compared with 7% from other U.S. states and 2% from abroad.

The university serves more than one route into college. Reported incoming groups include 501 first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates and 287 transfer-in students. Students span traditional college ages and older age groups, which is relevant for applicants comparing classroom schedules, peer networks, and support for returning students.

The reported student-to-faculty ratio is 18 to 1. That institution-wide ratio is not a promise about the size of an individual class; introductory lectures, advanced seminars, and online courses can differ substantially.

How does student life look like at Cameron University?

Everyday student life at Cameron is shaped heavily by commuting: about 87% of students commute, while about 13% live on campus. Students seeking campus connections may need to plan around classes and travel rather than rely on residence-hall activity alone.

Campus events, performing arts, recreation, and student organizations provide opportunities to spend time on campus outside class. Cameron also reports a health clinic, personal or psychological counseling, and a veterans affairs office. New students can use orientation and academic advising to learn how those services work and find support early, particularly if they are balancing enrollment with employment or family obligations.

What libraries are available to students at Cameron University?

The Eugene D. McMahon Library is Cameron University's main campus library. It provides a place to study and a starting point for finding materials beyond what an ordinary web search can supply.

Students can use library research resources, seek help locating scholarly sources, and reserve study rooms. Digital databases and other remotely accessible materials are especially relevant to commuters and students taking online courses; access and borrowing rules should be checked through the library. The library is not reported to have study areas open around the clock, so students planning late-night work should check current building hours.

Cameron University Student Life for 2027

Total enrollment

3696

Member of Athletic Associations

NCAA

Total staff

103 full time, 115 part time

Veterans affair office

Yes

Cameron University Student Body

Undergraduate vs. graduate students

Undergraduate: 3,307
Graduate: 389

Full-time vs. part-time students

Full-time: 2,049
Part-time: 1,647

Students by race/ethnicity

Unknown: 2,410

Freshly enrolled students' age

Under 25 years
Over 25 years

Cameron University Sports & Athletics

  • Member of NCAA

Varsity teams compete against other colleges, intramural teams within the school. Each column says whether men, women or both take part, and whether the sport offers athletic scholarships (Aid).

Sport

Varsity Intramural Aid

Baseball

Men–Men

Basketball

BothBothMen

Cross-country running

Both–Men

Golf

Both–Men

Softball

Women––

Tennis

Both–Men

Track and field

Both–Men

Volleyball

WomenBoth–

Data last updated on November 2, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.