Frequently Asked Questions

• Where will I stay while attending camp?

  Stillwater Camps:

  During Stillwater Camp, you will be housed overnight in the University Commons. You and the other campers will get to experience living in a residence hall and bedding is provided. Roommates for the weekend are determined on a first come, first serve basis once students check-in on Friday for camp. Staying on campus during camp is mandatory. 

   

  If you have further questions about housing conditions/accommodations during Camp Cowboy, please email campcowboy@okstate.edu

• Can I request my roommate during camp or for my friend to be in the same small group?

  Yes, you can request your roommate during your Camp Cowboy session, but roommate requests must be mutual. In other words, the other camper must also request you as their roommate. Camp Cowboy is actually a great opportunity for you and your future college roommate to get to know each other, if you attend the same camp session and haven't already met.

   

  We discourage camp participants from requesting to be in the same small group as friends they already know. One of the key objectives of camp is to meet new friends, and being in a small group with friends you already have limits your ability to get to know new friends. If you have further questions about your small group assignment during Camp Cowboy, please email campcowboy@okstate.edu

• How far in advance do I need to register for Camp Cowboy?

  We suggest registering as soon as possible because camps fill up fast and there is only space for about 1/3 of the entering first-year class to attend. You can register for Camp Cowboy through your OSU admissions portal.

• What time does Camp Cowboy start?

  Check-In for Camp Cowboy varies depending on your specific camp program.

  • June and July camps check-in between 9:30-10:30 a.m. at University Commons Residence Hall

  • August in-person camp and September transfer camp check-in between 9:30-10:30 a.m. at the Student Union Plaza, on the northwest corner of the building.

  • August virtual camp check-in will be via Zoom at 6 p.m. on August 11.

  More detailed instructions about parking, specific check-in locations, and the camp experience will be accessible in the event portal as details emerge and will be emailed one-week prior to your Camp Cowboy session date.

• What is included in my registration fee?

  • Four (4) Meals & Snacks

  • On-Campus lodging in a residence hall for one night

  • One official Camp Cowboy T-shirt (to be worn on Day 2 of camp)

  • Camp participation supplies, including a booklet, drawstring backpack, and lots of camp activity supplies.

• I have a food allergy, what should I do?

  All meals will be provided during Camp sessions, and accommodations can be made for any food allergies/preferences. Please indicate any arrangements that need to be made when completing your camp registration form, or notify us directly via email campcowboy@okstate.edu so that we can ensure appropriate accommodations are made for you. 

• I’m an incoming transfer or international student. Can I still attend?

  Yes, Camp Cowboy is designed for all incoming new students—first year, transfers, or international students! We even have a special one-day camp specifically for transfer students this year, and we would love to have you participate. Jump into your Admissions Portal and get registered! 

• I plan on participating in Interfraternity recruitment or Panhellenic recruitment. Will I be able to do both?

  Camp Cowboy partners with Fraternity and Sorority Affairs to ensure that there are ample opportunities for students to participate in Camp Cowboy as well as Interfraternity recruitment or Panhellenic recruitment. If a scheduling conflict arises, please email campcowboy@okstate.edu  to reschedule your camp session. 

• Will I be allowed to leave campus during Camp Cowboy?

  The best way to get the most from your Camp Cowboy experience is to be completely present and participate fully. As the saying goes, "You only get out what you put in!"

   

  As students preparing to begin your college experience at OSU, you are responsible for your choices. We ask that you not leave campus while camp activities are happening. If you do need to leave campus, you should notify Camp Cowboy staff before you leave and when you return. While we respect your ability to choose your experiences, we take your safety and well-being seriously and want to do our best to ensure it during camp. 

• I don't have much time this summer. Is Camp Cowboy really worth it?

  Camp Cowboy will be an unforgettable experience. The two days you spend at camp will impact you for the rest of your life. You will meet some of your first friends at OSU and begin making connections for life. Mark Camp Cowboy on your schedule now!

• I think I know OSU traditions well enough; do I really need to go?

  Camp Cowboy is so much more than just learning about OSU traditions. You’ll meet new people, develop lasting friendships, learn important skills all first-year students need, and most of all - have fun!

• I'm not a very social person. Is Camp Cowboy really the right experience for me?

  Camp Cowboy can help bring you out of your shell. Studies at similar college first-year camps have shown that 16 percent of campers considered themselves “shy” when they first set foot on campus. After camp, 61 percent of campers felt that they had become more outgoing or more easy-going for having attended the camp. We believe you will love your Camp Cowboy experience, regardless of whether or not you consider yourself more shy. 

  If you have more questions about the Camp Cowboy experience, feel free to email our Camp Cowboy Student Leadership Team at campcowboy@okstate.edu or call us so we can share our most impactful moments from camp (405) 744-0383.