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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston Southern University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,370) | ✔ |
| Southern Wesleyan University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (570) | ✔ ($5,168) |
| Claflin University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,171) | ✔ ($5,450) |
| Coker University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (603) | ✔ ($5,200) |
| Converse University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (625) | ✔ |
| Furman University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,407) | ✔ ($6,482) |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston Southern University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Southern Wesleyan University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Claflin University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Coker University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Converse University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Furman University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, all schools are member of NAA, all schools are member of NCAA, and 1 schools are member of NCCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston Southern University | NAA, NCAA | Big South Conference | Big South Conference | Big South Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| Southern Wesleyan University | NAA, NCAA, NCCAA | - | Conference Carolinas | Conference Carolinas | 10 athletic programs |
| Claflin University | NAA, NCAA | - | Central Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc | Central Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc | 7 athletic programs |
| Coker University | NAA, NCAA | - | South Atlantic Conference | South Atlantic Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| Converse University | NAA, NCAA | - | Conference Carolinas | - | - |
| Furman University | NAA, NCAA | Southern Conference | Southern Conference | - | 10 athletic programs |
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
NCCAA: National Christian College 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston Southern University | Baptist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Southern Wesleyan University | Wesleyan | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Claflin University | United Methodist | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Coker University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Converse University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Furman University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs