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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appalachian State University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (6,148) | ✔ ($5,360) |
| University of North Carolina System | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||||
| University of North Carolina Wilmington | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (5,562) | ✔ ($4,420) |
| Western Carolina University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (4,347) | ✔ ($5,029) |
| Carolinas College of Health Sciences | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appalachian State University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library | ||
| University of North Carolina System | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||||
| University of North Carolina Wilmington | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Western Carolina University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library | ||
| Carolinas College of Health Sciences | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 5 selected colleges, 3 schools are member of NAA, and 3 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appalachian State University | NAA, NCAA | Sun Belt Conference | Sun Belt Conference | Sun Belt Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| University of North Carolina System | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||
| University of North Carolina Wilmington | NAA, NCAA | - | Coastal Athletic Association | Coastal Athletic Association | 9 athletic programs |
| Western Carolina University | NAA, NCAA | Southern Conference | Southern Conference | Southern Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| Carolinas College of Health Sciences | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appalachian State University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| University of North Carolina System | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||||
| University of North Carolina Wilmington | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Western Carolina University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Carolinas College of Health Sciences | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs