Cameron is in a medium-sized city, in New Orleans, LA. The school is classified as a private, for-profit college. Students at Cameron earn degrees up to the Associate's degree.
There is a relatively broad range of courses and programs available at the school.
All qualified applicants are admitted as Cameron offers open admission.
One indicator of school quality is the number of students per professor, and here the school does well in comparison to most schools.
Cameron, in 2007-2008, had 9 students (88 full-time equivalent). A larger than average share of the students at the school are minorities. The student body at Cameron is essentially female.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission statement of Cameron College is to provide excellence in occupational education; to assist in meeting the needs of New Orleans, its employers, and of students who are committed to sound career preparation; and to provide an immediate response to any changes in those needs, thus contributing to the welfare of the community as a whole. The resulting professionals then actively contribute to a renewed and vibrant community."
More complete details are provided below.
Cameron College
2740 Canal St
New Orleans, LA 70119
General Phone: (504) 821-5881
http://www.cameroncollege.com
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support and Technology | 22 | medical coding, phlebotomy |
| Medical Administration | 18 | medical office assistant |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 8 | licensed practical nurse, nursing assistant |
Number of programs and degrees for Cameron in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 29 | 3 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 11 | 1 |
| Associate's degree | 8 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, Cameron had a total enrollment of 9 students (88 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 2% |
| Black | 88% |
| Hispanic | 8% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 20-21 | 33% |
| 22-24 | 22% |
| 30-34 | 11% |
| 35-39 | 11% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 83 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of New Orleans, Louisiana for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Louisiana Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Financial Aid:
Cameron participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2234000)
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Office Assistant/Specialist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder
Phlebotomy/Phlebotomist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Cameron Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
On-campus library
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