Cameron University Demographics: How Diverse Is It?

Very Good Diversity Overall

The overall diversity ranking is created by combining the results of racial, geographic, age and gender diversity.

Considered above average in terms of overall diversity, Cameron University is ranked #789 nationwide.

Racial Diversity is Very High

Many young people value the ability to meet and learn from different racial and ethnic groups, which is possible at a diverse institution such as this one.

Cameron University is ranked #207 in ethnic diversity nationwide which is far above average.

Cameron University boasts excellent racial diversity.

Above average racial representation in faculty.

Comparable to National Averages When it Comes to Balance of Male and Female Students

This may not be the best choice if you're seeking equality between the sexes (when it comes to their presence on campus).

At Cameron University, the disparity between men and women on campus is on par with the national average. The undergraduate student body at Cameron University is predominantly female.

This university is ranked at #1,991 in male to female diversity nationwide. The undergraduate population is comprised of 1,516 males and 2,428 females.

The disparity between the counts of men and women at Cameron University is on par with the national average.

The ratio of male to female faculty at Cameron University is excellent.

Normal Location Diversity

Would you prefer a college that recruits students from all across the United States, or would you prefer a local college that primarily pulls students from your home state?

To create the geographic diversity for each school, we looked at where every student resided before they attended college.

Over 90% of the students attending Cameron University come from within Oklahoma. This places Cameron University at the national average and gives it a national geographic diversity ranking of #1,583.

Age Range on Campus

Some students prefer a campus filled with others who are a similar age to them, while some prefer a wide age range of students. Which is best for you?

Traditionally, students range in age from 18 to 21. At Cameron University, 38.8% of students are in the age 18 to 21 bracket, compared to the national average of 60%. We rank Cameron University #417 in the nation for student age diversity.

Questions About Diversity

• What do we mean when we refer to diversity in college?

  The root word of diversity is from the Latin, "diversus" which means "various". We use it today to describe an amalgamation of people, traditions, ideas and cultures. Students who say that diversity in school is important to them are looking for institutions to offer a variety of curricular and non-curricular opportunities to learn from and learn with people of different ethnicities, races, ages, abilities, sexual identities, religions, and classes.

• Is Cameron University attracting learners from all economic backgrounds?

  Even a school with great ethnic, racial and geographic diversity may not be diverse when it comes to the economic backgrounds of their students. To get a better idea of how Cameron University is supporting low-income students check the Financial Aid Page.

• How important is diversity to Cameron University?

  The university years provide a one of a kind opportunity for students to have exposure to other cultures and backgrounds. Students should look for a university administration that is not only promoting diversity institutionally, but also fostering an atmosphere where students can exchange different perspectives and ideas in meaningful and positive ways.