Special Learning Opportunity
The following table compares the special learning opportunities between selected colleges including distance learning opportunities, ROTC program, Study abroad, and more special chances of learning. This statistics is based on the latest data from IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education for academic year 2022-2023.
| Name | Online Class | ROTC | Teacher Cert. | Study Abroad | Weekend/ Evening College | Campus Housing* | Meal Plan** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Health Sciences University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ (188) | ✔ ($600) |
| Bethel University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (937) | ✔ ($3,844) |
| Southern Adventist University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,600) | ✔ ($3,480) |
| Southern College of Optometry | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Tennessee Wesleyan University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (446) | ✔ ($6,370) |
| Watkins College of Art Design & Film | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||||
Student Services on Campus
The following table compares the on-campus students services and facilities between selected colleges including Student Counseling, Employment services for current students, Placement service for program completers, On-campus daycare facility, and library information.
| Name | Career Counseling | Employment Service | Placement Service | On Campus Daycare | Library Facilities | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Health Sciences University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Bethel University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Southern Adventist University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Southern College of Optometry | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Tennessee Wesleyan University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Watkins College of Art Design & Film | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||||
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 2 schools are member of NAA, and 2 schools are member of NAIA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Health Sciences University | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Bethel University | NAA, NAIA | Mid-South Conference | Mid-South Conference | Mid-South Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| Southern Adventist University | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Southern College of Optometry | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Tennessee Wesleyan University | NAA, NAIA | - | Appalachian Athletic Conference | Appalachian Athletic Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| Watkins College of Art Design & Film | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||
NAA: National Athletic Association
NAIA: National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
Additional Characteristics
The following table compares and describes additional facts of selected colleges including religious affiliation, specialized schools, and medical degree offer, and other facts.
| Name | Religious Affiliation | Historical Black School | Tribal School | Has Hospital | Offer Medical Degree | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Health Sciences University | Baptist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Bethel University | Cumberland Presbyterian | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Southern Adventist University | Seventh Day Adventist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Southern College of Optometry | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Tennessee Wesleyan University | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Watkins College of Art Design & Film | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||||
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs