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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abilene Christian University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,430) | ✔ ($5,500) |
| Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (166) | ✔ |
| Hardin-Simmons University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,306) | ✔ ($5,900) |
| Houston Baptist University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,026) | ✔ ($4,605) |
| Messenger College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (68) | ✔ |
| Columbia College - Mesquite | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abilene Christian University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Hardin-Simmons University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Houston Baptist University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Messenger College | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Columbia College - Mesquite | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 3 schools are member of NAA, and 3 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abilene Christian University | NAA, NCAA | Western Athletic Conference | Western Athletic Conference | Western Athletic Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Hardin-Simmons University | NAA, NCAA | American Southwest Conference | American Southwest Conference | American Southwest Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| Houston Baptist University | NAA, NCAA | Southland Conference | Southland Conference | Southland Conference | 7 athletic programs |
| Messenger College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Columbia College - Mesquite | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abilene Christian University | Churches of Christ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary | Presbyterian Church (USA) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Hardin-Simmons University | Baptist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Houston Baptist University | Baptist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Messenger College | Other Protestant | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Columbia College - Mesquite | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs