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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laredo College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Prairie View A & M University | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (4,808) | ✔ ($3,165) |
| Tarleton State University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (4,103) | ✔ ($3,950) |
| Texas Southern University | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,769) | ✔ |
| The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||||
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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laredo College | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Prairie View A & M University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Tarleton State University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Texas Southern University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library | ||
| The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||||
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 3 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laredo College | NAA | - | - | - | 3 athletic programs |
| Prairie View A & M University | NAA, NCAA | Southwestern Athletic Conference | Southwestern Athletic Conference | Southwestern Athletic Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| Tarleton State University | NAA, NCAA | Western Athletic Conference | Western Athletic Conference | Western Athletic Conference | 8 athletic programs |
| Texas Southern University | NAA, NCAA | Southwestern Athletic Conference | Southwestern Athletic Conference | Southwestern Athletic Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||
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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laredo College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Prairie View A & M University | Not affiliated | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Tarleton State University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Texas Southern University | Not affiliated | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ||
| University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||||
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs