Camp War Eagle exists primarily to better orient incoming freshmen to Auburn University through a structured program emphasizing academic and personal success.
Students meet faculty, talk with academic advisors, and register for fall semester classes.
An estimated 3,600 incoming freshmen participate in Camp War Eagle during the two night, three day event . A total of eight sessions are held each summer with approximately 450 students attending each session. A separate program for parents is also held at each session to better acquaint them with university services and resources. In addition to the students, an average of 460 parents attend each session of Camp War Eagle. Those who are not able to attend are permitted to register at that time.