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 University-Commerce | Under, Grad | Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,300) | ✔ ($4,800) |
| Lone Star College System | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,106) | ✔ ($3,502) |
| Texas Southern University | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,769) | ✔ |
| The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| University of North Texas at Dallas | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (116) | ✔ ($3,292) |
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 University-Commerce | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Lone Star College System | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | Own Library |
| The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Texas Southern University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | Own Library |
| University of North 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, 3 schools are member of NCAA, and 1 schools are member of NAIA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texas A & M University-Commerce | NAA, NCAA | Southland Conference | Southland Conference | - | 6 athletic programs |
| 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 |
| Texas Southern University | NAA, NCAA | Southwestern Athletic Conference | Southwestern Athletic Conference | Southwestern Athletic Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| University of North Texas at Dallas | NAA, NAIA | - | Sooner Athletic Conference | - | - |
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texas A & M University-Commerce | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Lone Star College System | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Texas Southern University | Not affiliated | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| University of North Texas at Dallas | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs