For more than 25 years, OU has hosted Camp Crimson, an orientation experience designed to assist undergraduate students as they transition into their first year at the University of Oklahoma.
Camp Crimson is a 5-Day orientation experience that gives students the opportunity to connect with their new OU community. These days will be packed with engaging activities that will allow students to connect with their peers, get to know campus, learn about OU's history and traditions, complete their first-year trainings, connect with faculty and staff, and attend many amazing events.
Transfer students are able to attend Camp Crimson. For more information, please visit our Transfer student tab.
All new freshmen students are automatically opted-in to Step 2 of their Orientation Experience: Camp Crimson. If you would like to opt-out of the experience, the opt- out window will open May 1, 2026 and close July 1, 2026. Students will opt-out on their OU Bound portal.
If financial concerns are the reason for your request, please reach out to us directly so we can discuss possible solutions to alleviate costs.
The Camp Crimson team is excited to get you connected to campus resources, student organizations, peers, and your academic colleges. If you have extenuating circumstances that interfere with Camp Crimson, please email our team at campcrimson@ou.edu.
*Students who are planning to participate in Panhellenic and IFC Recruitment, the Pride of Oklahoma, ROTC, and International Student Orientation will be able to participate in these programs AND Camp Crimson.*
All transfer students will need to opt in for Camp Crimson on OU Bound Portal. Opt ins will begin on May 1st.
The Camp Crimson team is excited to get you connected to campus resources, student organizations, peers, and your academic colleges. If you have extenuating circumstances that interfere with Camp Crimson, please email our team at campcrimson@ou.edu.
*Students who are planning to participate in Panhellenic and IFC Recruitment, Pride (Band) Camo, ROTC, and International Student Orientation will be able to participate in these programs AND Camp Crimson.*
Camp Crimson is not just a summer orientation camp. It's the beginning of a relationship between new students and the University of Oklahoma. While Camp Crimson is a great way for new students to learn the ins-and-outs of OU, our primary goal is that every camper leaves Camp Crimson feeling that they have been connected with a vital support system to help them succeed.
"I've never felt more at home than I did at Camp Crimson. Not only did this organization give me a family, but it provided me with a safe space to be myself, without judgement or criticism. A place where I could shed the mask and be my authentic self. Joining this organization has been one of the most rewarding things I've ever done at OU, as it has been critical in shaping me into the person I am today." - Mya, past camp Exec Team member
Our camp activities are designed to teach students about college expectations, the OU campus, OU's history and traditions, how to get involved and many other things that will help ease their transition to OU. Students are able to develop connections and know that they've got a support system in place.
Camp Crimson is for all incoming students!
We have planned for every new student attending OU in the fall to participate. There is a $350 fee for the program that will be billed to the student's bursar account.
Official programming for Camp Crimson 2026 will start in August. You can download our schedule in Guidebook by clicking on the following link! Camp Crimson Guidebook.
Yourself! Make sure to wear comfortable clothes and shoes because there will be a lot of walking!
Students living off-campus are expected to participate in the Camp Crimson experience. Information on the check-in process, schedules, and parking will be shared during the summer months leading up to Camp Crimson. Housing is not provided during the Camp Crimson experience for students living off-campus.
Camp Crimson is a five day program featuring activities and programs to welcome you to the OU campus community! Please refer to the schedule above for more details.
Yes! Camp Crimson partners with these programs to ensure students are able to participate in Camp Crimson and attend activities for both programs!
If you need accommodations during Camp Crimson, please fill out our accommodations form at https://ousurvey.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_diZ51L1KjkZx65g by July 1.
If you require any accommodations on the basis of a disability, you can contact the Accessibility and Disability Resource Center by emailing adrc@ou.edu.
Camp Crimson is proud to thank our sponsors for their support during Camp Crimson! We are so proud to have such great partners in the OU and Norman community!
Interested in becoming a sponsor? Fill out our interest form!
