Cameron University 2021 Undergraduate Viewbook

Mission Statement Cameron University provides a diverse and dynamic student body access to quality educational opportunities; fosters a student-centered academic environment that combines innovative classroom teaching with experiential learning; prepares students for professional success, responsible citizenship, life-long learning, and meaningful contributions to a rapidly changing world; and is a driving force in the cultural life and economic development of the region.

Cameron University is a regional, public university serving Southwest Oklahoma and a global learning community. The university is governed by the Board of Regents of the University of Oklahoma within a state system coordinated by the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education. Cameron University offers associates, baccalaureate, and master’s degree programs.

3%

OUT OF THE COUNTRY

HOW DIVERSE ARE OUR STUDENTS?

7%

OUT OF STATE

90%

OKLAHOMA

4% Unknown 6% American Indian/Alaska Native 12% Black or African-American 14% Hispanic/Latino 16% Other 48% White

18:1 1,000 CLASSES 85+

CHOOSE FROM MORE THAN

65

%

OF STUDENTS GRADUATING WITHOUT ANY DEBT

AVERAGE CLASS SIZE CU CAMPUSES: LAWTON & DUNCAN

PRACTICAL AREAS OF STUDY QUALITY ONLINE LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

Checklist

Getting Started!

1.

Visit us at https://www.cameron.edu.

Explore our website and decide which of our 42 programs of study is right for you!

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Applying for College!

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Visit our website and select

apply today to start the

application process.

Submit required documents

for admission to:

Cameron University Admission

2800 W. Gore Blvd.

Lawton, OK 73505 admissions@cameron.edu

Paying for School!

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Visit https://www.cameron.edu/financial_aid for information on how to apply for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and Cameron’s Scholarship Application at https://www.cameron.edu/financial_aid/cameron-scholarships.

Financial Assistance (FAFSA) Applying for financial aid at Cameron University begins with the completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA application is used to apply for nearly all types of financial assistance including federal, state and institutional aid. The results of the application assist the financial aid office in determing how much and what type of aid may be awarded. Remember that filing is free! Be sure to designate Cameron University as your first choice by entering our school code, 003150.

Estimated Costs Per Year Tuition Fees* Housing and Meals**

Oklahoma Residents $6,450.00 $5,460.00

Non-Residents $15,870.00 $5,460.00

Textbooks and Permits $1,050.00 $1,050.00 -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Total Estimated Costs Per Year $12,960.00 $22,380.00 * BASED ON AN AVERAGE COST FOR 30 CREDIT HOURS PER YEAR ** BASED ON DOUBLE ROOM SHEPLER TOWER PLUS 8 MEAL FLEX PLAN

Pell Grants and OTAG Pell Grants are awarded to eligible undergraduate students who are working on their first bachelor’s degree. Pell Grants will fund up to 12 credit hours per term and up to 24 credit hours per academic year (fall and spring). However, if you enroll for the summer semester, you may be eligible for additional Pell Grants under certain circumstances.

The Oklahoma Tuition Assistance Grant, also known as OTAG, is funded by the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education (OSRHE). The student must be an undergraduate and enrolled in at least 6 credit hours to receive OTAG funding. OTAG awards are distributed on a basis of first-to-apply, along with strict income guidelines and availability of funds.

Federal Student Loans If you find that you will need to borrow money to assist in covering the complete cost of your college education, there are federal loans available to you. Three common types of federal loans are direct subsidized loans, direct unsubsidized loans and direct PLUS loans.

Federal Work Study, Institutional Work Study The work study program is a student employment program that provides students with an opportunity to be placed in part-time jobs on campus that accommodate their academic schedules.

Apply Early!

FAFSA opens every year October 1st for the following academic year.

Financial Assistance (Scholarships) First-Time Freshman and Transfer Scholarships for Oklahoma Residents Only Academic Excellence Scholarship • ACT 24-29 • Minimum 3.0 GPA Academic Merit Scholarship • ACT 20-23 • Minimum 3.0 GPA Freshman Scholarship • Minimum 3.0 GPA or higher for Test Score Optional President’s Partners Scholarship • HS GPA 3.0 or higher Valedictorian/Salutatorian Scholarship • Current year Class Valedictorian/Salutatorian as certified by school official New Transfer Student Scholarship • Minimum 3.0 GPA with higher GPA ranges • Must have earned 30 or more credit hours

Cameron University has opted to participate in the Test Score Optional Admission Policy.

Scholarships will be adjusted according to academic criteria.

Cameron University is proud to offer transfer scholarships to students who qualify.

Cameron University has created partnerships with Rogers State University and Western Oklahoma State College.

At Cameron University, we make it easy for you! Once you have been officially admitted, you are automatically matched to all scholarships and tuition waivers based upon academic criteria. The General Scholarship Application is completed on your behalf based on the information you provided on your Cameron Admissions Application and your academic information.

See Scholarship Portal for complete listing of scholarships available: https://cameron.academicworks.com Cameron University has partnered with RaiseMe to help high school and transfer students earn micro scholarships. https://www.raise.me/edu/cameron-university

Financial Assistance Veterans Affairs Are you a military connected student? Cameron University is certified by the Oklahoma State Accrediting Agency to the Veterans Administration (VA) as an approved training institution for certain veterans, eligible dependents or survivors and active service members who qualify for federally-enacted education benefits administered by the VA.

VA Chapter Benefits Chapter 30: Montgomery GI Bill This benefit is for active duty and veterans; not transferable to dependents.

Chapter 31: Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment This benefit is for veterans who have at least a 20% disability rating. However, approval is not guaranteed; up to 48 months of entitlement possible.

Chapter 33: Post-9/11 GI Bill This benefit is for active duty and veterans who may may be eligible for up to 36 months of benefit. This benefit may be transferred to qualifying dependents, with restrictions.

Chapter 35: Dependents’ Educational Assistance (DEA) Program This benefit is for spouses and children of disabled veterans or veterans who died in service; up to 45 months of entitlement are allowed.

Chapter 1606: Montgomery GI Bill This benefit is for Selected Reserve (MGIB-SR), National Guard and Reserves who have completed the initial active duty training and 180 days of service in the Selected Reserves. May be eligible for up to 36 months of benefit.

Student Life at Cameron University Office of Campus Life The Office of Campus Life acts as a catalyst for student growth and development by facilitating programs that provide opportunities to connect to the institution and empowering students to enrich their university experience. Cameron offers 60 organizations ranging from academic to service to special interest to social to Greek. CU also hosts spirit events that help all students feel connected to Cameron.

Greek Life Greek Life allows members to be connected to Cameron University, show a commitment to service and develop a commitment to social excellence. The three sororities on campus are Alpha Phi, Gamma Delta Pi and Omega Zeta Theta. The two fraternities are Kappa Sigma Colony and Sigma Tau Gamma.

Student Government Association

Student Government acts as the voice of the students.

Aggie Rec Center The Aggie Rec Center promotes and encourages the pursuit of a healthy lifestyle by providing tools and opportunities to achieve each individual’s personal fitness goals. Cameron is committed to providing an active environment for social interaction, all while maintaining a friendly, safe and positive atmosphere.

Programming Activities Council PAC plans on campus events for students such as Homecoming, Welcome Week and Grocery Bingo.

PAC also gives students an opportunity to travel to away athletic events with the Rolling with the Aggies program.

Student Wellness Center The mission of the Student Wellness Center is to enhance the physical and mental health of Cameron University students. Services include medical care for acute conditions, mental health counseling, monthly education programs and interactive workshops.

Student Housing and Residential Life Shepler Towers • Dorms Student Housing and Residential Life at Cameron University is dedicated to providing a quality living experience that complements the academic mission of Cameron University and provides for the holistic development of our residents.

The Shepler Center is comprised of two ten-story buildings, providing Cameron students with a traditional learning experience.

Student Housing and Residential Life Research shows that living on campus makes it easier for residents to be successful. At Cameron University, Student Housing and Residential Life is dedicated to providing the environment and resources to allow our residents to be successful in the classroom, as well as, in life.

Cameron Village Cameron Village combines all of the amenities of what a student would expect at an apartment complex, but provides the convenience of living on campus with other like-minded students and an opportunity to be a part of a community.

MCC Student Union Food Court The McMahon Centennial Complex is home to the Aggies Grab-N-Go Retail Store where guests can purchase prepackaged snacks, bottled beverages and Simply-To-Go creations that will meet individual desires. The Food Court also houses four different retail restaurants all within a central location:

Dining on Campus Shepler Dining Hall Cameron University offers a dining program complete with signature brands and menu selections that include just about every item you can imagine.

The Shepler Dining Hall features a wide variety of fresh food designed to satisfy everyone’s appetite.

Pizza Hut ExpressTM Enjoy fresh-baked dough smothered with Pizza Hut’s own special tomato sauce and topped with a double layer of mozzarella cheese.

SubconnectionTM Cold or toasted subs and wraps are prepared-to-order with high-quality meats and cheeses, fresh produce and a variety of freshly baked breads.

FreshensTM Freshens offers premium yogurt, fruit and all-natural blended smoothies.

Additionally, select Starbucks beverages are prepared in the Freshens Cafe as the main “We Proudly Serve” Starbucks location on the CU Lawton campus.

Pick Axe GrillTM Pick Axe Grill offers high-quality menu items such as cheeseburgers, Philly cheese steak sandwiches, quesadillas, onion rings, “Fear Fries” and rotating daily specials. All items are made-to-order to be served fresh off the grill.

The Student Enrichment Center

Student Resources at Cameron Student Support Services (TRIO) Student Support Services is a federally funded Title IV grant program whose mission is to offer academic support services to Cameron University students who are first generation college students, have an economic need or have a documented disability. SSS seeks to enrich the college experience for the students who are accepted into the program.

Services offered by the SSS program include academic advising services, computer facilities and services, math and writing tutoring services, workshops and financial assistance.

The Student Enrichment Center provides a variety of support services to students facing obstacles in successful degree completion.

The Student Enrichment Center is funded through a Title III Strengthening Institutions Federal Grant.

Academic Advising Center All students are assigned a professional/faculty advisor during their time at Cameron. Advisors are there to help you choose a degree program that fits your career goals and help you develop and follow your own individual path to graduation.

Academic Programs Majors and Concentrations

Accounting (BACC) Agriculture (BS) • Agribusiness Management • Agronomy • Animal Science • General Agriculture Allied Health Science (AS) Art (BA) Art (BFA) • Graphic Design • Painting • Printmaking • Sculpture Biology (BS) • Cellular and Molecular • Medical Laboratory Science • Organismal Business (AS) Business Administration (BBA) • Finance • General Business Administration • Management • Marketing Chemistry (BS) • American Chem. Society (ACS) Certified • Non-ACS Certified • Health Profession Computer Science (BS) Criminal Justice (AS and BS) Early Childhood Education (BS) • Special Education Elementary Education (BS) • Special Education Engineering • Civil Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Mechanical Engineering English (BA) • Creative Writing Literature • Literature English Education (BA) Family and Child Studies (BS) • Child Development • Family Studies History (BA)

Information Technology (AAS & BS) • Technology • Cyber Security and Info Assurance • Management Info Systems Interdisciplinary Studies (AS & BS) International Languages (BA) Journalism and Media Production (BA) Mathematics (BA) Music (BA) Music (BM) • Composition • Instrumental Performance • Piano Performance • Vocal Performance Music Education (BME) • Instrumental/General • Vocal/General Organizational Leadership (BS) • Business • Criminal Justice • Military Science • Sociology • Technology Physics (BS) Political Science (BA) Psychology (BS) Radiologic Technology (AAS) Respiratory Care (AAS) Social Studies Education (BA) Sociology (BS) • General Sociology • Human Services Sports and Exercise Science (BS) Strategic Communication (AA & BA) • Communication Studies • Public Relations Theatre (BA) • Performance • Technical

MINORS Accounting Agriculture Agronomy Animal Science Arabic Art

Art History Biology Chemistry Communication Studies Computer Information Systems Computer Science Criminal Justice Cyber Security Economics Educational Studies English Environmental Studies Family Science Finance Foreign Languages French General Business Administration Geography German Health History Humanities Information Technology Journalism and Media Production Language Arts Latin Management Management Information Systems Marketing Mathematics Military Science Multicultural Studies Music Organizational Leadership Physics Political Science Pre-Law Professional Writing Psychology Public Relations Recreational Arts Sociology Spanish Special Education Statistics Theatre Arts

CU-Duncan Campus

18:1

AVERAGE CLASS SIZE CU CAMPUSES: LAWTON & DUNCAN

Whether you are beginning your first semester of college or completing a graduate degree, Cameron University-Duncan will make your educational pursuit a reality.

Our staff will be happy to assist you with everything from applying for admission to applying for graduation. Email, call or visit us to find out how Cameron University can be part of fulfilling your dream for a more productive future.

CU-Duncan Campus offers • Admissions, academic advising and financial assistance services • Courses offered in traditional and various other formats • Small class sizes (most classes have fewer than 20 students) • Testing Center, computer lab and library services • Free tutoring on campus and 24/7 virtually • Student activities and local recreational center access

CAMERON AGGIES

The Cameron Aggies sponsor 15 NCAA Division II athletic programs and are a proud member of the newly expanded Lone Star Conference, which is now at 19 member institutions. The 15 CU teams include men’s and women’s basketball, outdoor and indoor track, cross country, tennis, and golf, as well as baseball, softball and volleyball. The Black and Gold have a long-standing tradition of excellence, winning 28 conference team championships since joining the Lone Star Conference and 41 Regional Championships as well as nine National Championships.

Careers after CU There are several reasons to earn a bachelor’s degree from Cameron University: the ability to obtain better job prospects, increased potential to have a higher salary and networking relationships that come with earning a four-year degree.

Higher education is an investment in your future. The US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) states that the average annual salary for an individual who has earned a bachelor’s degree is approximately $67,208. This is in comparison with the average high school graduate earning on average $38,948 annually.

Even with factoring in costs of student loans, Cameron University is one of the most affordable institutions in the State of Oklahoma. With a bachelor’s degree, this investment can translate into a significantly higher salary with relatively low student debt as a Cameron graduate.

Cameron University also offers free career services that assist students and alumni in achieving their career goals by providing career-related resources, programs, services and opportunities that prepare students for the workforce.

For more information about career services, visit: https://www.cameron.edu/student-development/career_services.

CAMERON UNIVERSITY

CAMERON UNIVERSITY - DUNCAN CAMPUS

2800 W. GORE BLVD.

3100 W. BOIS D’ ARC AVE.

LAWTON, OK 73505

DUNCAN, OK 73533

(580) 581-2289

(580) 581-5950

WWW.CAMERON.EDU

TOLL FREE (877) 282-3626

Cameron University is committed to establishing an environment for students and employees that fosters inclusion, values equity and diversity, embraces and respects the dignity of people, and provides equal educational and employment opportunity. The university, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to: admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, or health care services that the university operates or provides. Reports of misconduct, questions regarding Title IX, and concerns about noncompliance should be directed to the Equal Opportunity/Title IX Coordinator at 580.581.6712 or eo-tix@cameron.edu, or visit www.cameron.edu/oeo. Accommodations on the basis of disability are available by contacting the Office of Student Development at 580.581.2209 or student_development@cameron.edu. This publication is issued by Cameron University as authorized by Jerrett Phillips, Vice President for Enrollment Management and Student Success, on behalf of the Office of Admissions. Copies have not been printed but are available through the university website. (September 2021)