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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardin-Simmons University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,306) | ✔ ($5,900) |
| Huston-Tillotson University | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (494) | ✔ ($4,043) |
| St. Mary's University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,615) | ✔ ($4,236) |
| Southwestern Adventist University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (375) | ✔ ($4,250) |
| Texas College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ (602) | ✔ ($3,800) |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardin-Simmons University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Huston-Tillotson University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| St. Mary's University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Southwestern Adventist University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Texas 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, 5 schools are member of NAA, 2 schools are member of NCAA, 2 schools are member of NAIA, and 1 schools are member of NCCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardin-Simmons University | NAA, NCAA | American Southwest Conference | American Southwest Conference | American Southwest Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| Huston-Tillotson University | NAA, NAIA | - | 7 athletic programs | ||
| St. Mary's University | NAA, NCAA | - | 7 athletic programs | ||
| Southwestern Adventist University | NAA, NCCAA | - | - | - | 3 athletic programs |
| Texas College | NAA, NAIA | Sooner Athletic Conference | 7 athletic programs | ||
| Columbia College - Mesquite | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardin-Simmons University | Baptist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Huston-Tillotson University | Multiple Protestant Denomination | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| St. Mary's University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Southwestern Adventist University | Seventh Day Adventist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Texas College | Christian Methodist Episcopal | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Columbia College - Mesquite | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs