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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin College | Under | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,208) | ✔ ($6,520) |
| University of Dallas | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (935) | ✔ ($6,470) |
| Rice University | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (3,701) | ✔ ($4,800) |
| Saint Edward's University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,636) | ✔ ($5,780) |
| Southern Methodist University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (3,403) | ✔ ($6,776) |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin College | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| University of Dallas | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Rice University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Saint Edward's University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Southern Methodist University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 5 selected colleges, all schools are member of NAA, and all schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin College | NAA, NCAA | American Southwest Conference | Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference | Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| University of Dallas | NAA, NCAA | - | Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference | Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| Rice University | NAA, NCAA | Conference USA | Conference USA | Conference USA | 9 athletic programs |
| Saint Edward's University | NAA, NCAA | - | Lone Star Conference | Lone Star Conference | 7 athletic programs |
| Southern Methodist University | NAA, NCAA | American Athletic Conference | American Athletic Conference | - | 12 athletic programs |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin College | Presbyterian Church (USA) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| University of Dallas | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Rice University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Saint Edward's University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Southern Methodist University | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs