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 2024-2025.
| Name | Online Class | ROTC | Teacher Cert. | Study Abroad | Weekend/ Evening College | Campus Housing* | Meal Plan** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Health Sciences University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ (188) | ✔ ($600) |
| Bethel University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (937) | ✔ ($3,844) |
| Carson-Newman University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,172) | ✔ ($5,640) |
| Hiwassee College | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||||
| Southern College of Optometry | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Visible Music College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (100) | ✔ |
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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Health Sciences University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Bethel University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Carson-Newman University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Hiwassee College | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||||
| Southern College of Optometry | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Visible Music College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 2 schools are NAA members, 1 school is a member of NCAA, and 1 school is a member of NAIA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Health Sciences University | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Bethel University | NAA, NAIA | Mid-South Conference | Mid-South Conference | Mid-South Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| Carson-Newman University | NAA, NCAA | South Atlantic Conference | South Atlantic Conference | South Atlantic Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| Hiwassee College | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||
| Southern College of Optometry | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Visible Music College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
NAIA: National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Health Sciences University | Baptist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Bethel University | Cumberland Presbyterian | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Carson-Newman University | Baptist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Hiwassee College | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||||
| Southern College of Optometry | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Visible Music College | Interdenominational | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
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*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs