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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texas A & M International University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (739) | ✔ ($3,130) |
| College of the Mainland | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Lone Star College System | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,106) | ✔ ($3,502) |
| Sam Houston State University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (4,097) | ✔ ($4,900) |
| The University of Texas at Dallas | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (5,543) | ✔ ($4,172) |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texas A & M International University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| College of the Mainland | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Lone Star College System | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | Own Library |
| The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Sam Houston State University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| The University of Texas at Dallas | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 4 schools are member of NAA, and 4 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texas A & M International University | NAA, NCAA | - | Lone Star Conference | Lone Star Conference | 7 athletic programs |
| College of the Mainland | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Lone Star College System | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley | NAA, NCAA | - | Western Athletic Conference | Western Athletic Conference | 6 athletic programs |
| Sam Houston State University | NAA, NCAA | Western Athletic Conference | Western Athletic Conference | Western Athletic Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| The University of Texas at Dallas | NAA, NCAA | - | American Southwest Conference | American Southwest Conference | 8 athletic programs |
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texas A & M International University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| College of the Mainland | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Lone Star College System | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Sam Houston State University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| The University of Texas at Dallas | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs