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) | ✔ |
| Columbia International University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (400) | ✔ |
| Columbia College | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (618) | ✔ ($4,250) |
| Erskine College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (750) | ✔ ($6,450) |
| Furman University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,407) | ✔ ($6,482) |
| American College of the Building Arts | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
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 |
| Columbia International University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Columbia College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Erskine College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Furman University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| American College of the Building Arts | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 5 schools are member of NAA, 3 schools are member of NCAA, 2 schools are member of NAIA, and 2 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 |
| Columbia International University | NAA, NAIA, NCCAA | - | Appalachian Athletic Conference | Appalachian Athletic Conference | 3 athletic programs |
| Columbia College | NAA, NAIA | - | Appalachian Athletic Conference | - | 7 athletic programs |
| Erskine College | NAA, NCAA, NCCAA | Conference Carolinas | Conference Carolinas | Conference Carolinas | 9 athletic programs |
| Furman University | NAA, NCAA | Southern Conference | Southern Conference | - | 10 athletic programs |
| American College of the Building Arts | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
NAIA: National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
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 | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Columbia International University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Columbia College | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Erskine College | Reformed Presbyterian Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Furman University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| American College of the Building Arts | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs