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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (177) | ✔ |
| Arkansas State University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (3,200) | ✔ |
| Arkansas Tech University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,132) | ✔ ($4,317) |
| Southern Arkansas University Main Campus | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (2,024) | ✔ ($3,568) |
| University of Arkansas-Fort Smith | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (914) | ✔ ($3,850) |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Arkansas State University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Arkansas Tech University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Southern Arkansas University Main Campus | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| University of Arkansas-Fort Smith | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 5 selected colleges, 4 schools are member of NAA, and 4 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Arkansas State University | NAA, NCAA | Sun Belt Conference | Sun Belt Conference | Sun Belt Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| Arkansas Tech University | NAA, NCAA | Great American Conference | Great American Conference | Great American Conference | 8 athletic programs |
| Southern Arkansas University Main Campus | NAA, NCAA | Great American Conference | Great American Conference | Great American Conference | 8 athletic programs |
| University of Arkansas-Fort Smith | NAA, NCAA | - | Lone Star Conference | Lone Star Conference | 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Arkansas State University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Arkansas Tech University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Southern Arkansas University Main Campus | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| University of Arkansas-Fort Smith | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs