Measure 4: Ability of Completers to be Hired

Initial and Advanced Programs. Ability of completers to be hired in education positions for which they have prepared.

Cameron University's EPP completers apply their knowledge, skills, and dispositions effectively to positively impact P-12 student learning and development. Almost 100 percent of completers in both the initial and advanced programs are employed immediately in their respective field.

2024-2025 Data
INITIAL PROGRAMS

B.S. in Early Childhood Education

For the 2024–2025 academic year, nine candidates completed the Early Childhood program. Of these graduates, eight are employed as full-time teachers in public school early childhood settings, while one graduate is not currently seeking employment.

B.S. in Elementary Education

For the 2024–2025 academic year, 33 candidates completed the B.S. in Elementary Education. Of these graduates, 28 are employed full-time as elementary teachers. Fifteen are teaching in schools in southwest Oklahoma, and 13 are teaching in schools across northeast Oklahoma. Two graduates’ employment status is unknown, one is currently staying home to care for a new baby, and one is continuing their education.

B.A. in English Education

For the 2024–2025 assessment cycle, three candidates completed the BA in English Education. Of these graduates, two are employed in their field, teaching English Language Arts at the middle or high school level, while one is pursuing a Master of Library Science degree.

B.A. in Social Studies Education

For the 2024-2025 assessment cycle, all five candidates in the Social Studies Education Program successfully completed program requirements and graduated. Of these completers, four have secured employment as social studies teacher. Three of the candidates are employed as social studies teachers in Oklahoma. One candidate is employed as a social studies teacher in a neighboring state, while one candidate is actively seeking a social studies position in Oklahoma.

Bachelor of Music Education

For the 2024–2025 assessment cycle, two candidates in the Bachelor of Music Education program successfully completed all program requirements and graduated.

ADVANCED PROGRAMS

M.S. in Educational Leadership

For the 2024–2025 academic year, ten candidates completed the graduate program in Educational Leadership. All ten graduates are employed in the field of education, with placements in P–12 classroom settings, private schools, or technology centers. Of these, two graduates are serving in formal leadership roles.

For Summer 2024, four candidates completed the MSEL program. All four graduates (100%) are employed in the field of education, and one graduate (25%) is serving in a leadership role. There were no MSEL graduates in Fall 2024. In Spring 2025, six candidates completed the MSEL program; all six graduates (100%) are employed in the field of education, and one graduate (17%) is serving in a leadership role.

M.Ed. in Reading

For the 2024–2025 assessment cycle, four candidates completed the M.Ed. in Reading program, all of whom graduated during the Fall term. All four graduates are currently employed full-time in the field of education and have successfully passed their certification exams. Additionally, two of the four graduates are considering pursuing a terminal degree.

6.1. Summarize any data-driven EPP-wide or programmatic modifications, innovations, or changes planned, worked on, or completed in the last academic year.

Scholarship Program Implementation & Impact

One of the targeted continuous improvement efforts the EPP is particularly proud of is the full implementation of Oklahoma’s Future Teacher Scholarship & Employment Incentive Program. The Inspired to Teach scholarship provides qualified Oklahoma college students the opportunity to earn financial support if they major in one of CU’s initial licensure programs. Candidates may earn up to $25,000 in scholarships and benefits while completing their Educator Preparation Program and committing to teach in Oklahoma for five years following graduation. This program is administered through CU’s Educator Preparation Office.

In Fall 2024, 120 students received a total of $110,750 in scholarship support. In Spring 2025, 86 students received $78,750. Combined, these awards total nearly $190,000 in scholarship support for candidates completing student teaching requirements. The program continues to expand, and the EPP anticipates it will further increase enrollment and support retention across all undergraduate education programs.

Programmatic Innovations

In addition, the EPP implemented two data-driven programmatic modifications and innovations as part of its continuous improvement efforts. An articulation agreement with Great Plains Technology Center (Vo-Tech) was established to support a seamless transition for preservice education candidates by allowing applicable coursework to transfer into CU’s educator preparation program, including the course Intro to Teaching, thereby strengthening early pathway access and program alignment. The EPP has also implemented expanded online delivery options for elementary education coursework to examine the effectiveness of online instruction within initial teacher preparation. This approach increases access to educator preparation pathways while ensuring continued alignment with licensure standards, program requirements, and candidate readiness expectations. Collectively, these initiatives demonstrate the EPP’s data-informed approach to expanding access, strengthening candidate pipelines, and continuously improving program delivery and candidate support systems.