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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Health Sciences University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ (188) | ✔ ($600) |
| Cumberland University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (570) | ✔ ($5,400) |
| Welch College | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ (235) | ✔ |
| Maryville College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (930) | ✔ ($6,474) |
| Meharry Medical College | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (283) | ✔ |
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 |
| Cumberland University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Welch College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Maryville College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Meharry Medical College | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | 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, 1 schools are member of NCAA, 1 schools are member of NAIA, and 1 schools are member of NCCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Health Sciences University | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Cumberland University | NAA, NAIA | Mid-South Conference | Mid-South Conference | Mid-South Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| Welch College | NAA, NCCAA | - | - | - | 2 athletic programs |
| Maryville College | NAA, NCAA | Collegiate Conference of the South | Collegiate Conference of the South | Collegiate Conference of the South | 9 athletic programs |
| Meharry Medical College | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Health Sciences University | Baptist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Cumberland University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Welch College | Free Will Baptist Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Maryville College | Presbyterian Church (USA) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Meharry Medical College | United Methodist | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs