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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welch College | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ (235) | ✔ |
| Lincoln Memorial University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,145) | ✔ ($4,990) |
| Southern College of Optometry | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Tusculum University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (699) | ✔ ($4,400) |
| Vanderbilt University | Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (5,966) | ✔ ($7,142) |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welch College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Lincoln Memorial University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Southern College of Optometry | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Tusculum University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Vanderbilt University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | 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, 4 schools are member of NAA, 3 schools are member of NCAA, and 1 schools are member of NCCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welch College | NAA, NCCAA | - | - | - | 2 athletic programs |
| Lincoln Memorial University | NAA, NCAA | - | South Atlantic Conference | South Atlantic Conference | 8 athletic programs |
| Southern College of Optometry | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Tusculum University | NAA, NCAA | South Atlantic Conference | South Atlantic Conference | South Atlantic Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| Vanderbilt University | NAA, NCAA | Southeastern Conference | Southeastern Conference | Southeastern Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| Visible Music College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welch College | Free Will Baptist Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Lincoln Memorial University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Southern College of Optometry | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Tusculum University | Presbyterian Church (USA) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Vanderbilt University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Visible Music College | Interdenominational | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs