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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freed-Hardeman University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,306) | ✔ ($3,630) |
| Lee University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,037) | ✔ ($4,330) |
| Meharry Medical College | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (283) | ✔ |
| Southern College of Optometry | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Richmont Graduate University | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freed-Hardeman University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Lee University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Meharry Medical College | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Southern College of Optometry | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Richmont Graduate University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 5 selected colleges, 2 schools are member of NAA, 1 schools are member of NCAA, and 1 schools are member of NAIA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freed-Hardeman University | NAA, NAIA | - | Mid-South Conference | Mid-South Conference | 7 athletic programs |
| Lee University | NAA, NCAA | - | Gulf South Conference | Gulf South Conference | 8 athletic programs |
| Meharry Medical College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Southern College of Optometry | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Richmont Graduate University | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freed-Hardeman University | Churches of Christ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Lee University | Church of God | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Meharry Medical College | United Methodist | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Southern College of Optometry | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Richmont Graduate University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs