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) |
| Rice University | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (3,701) | ✔ ($4,800) |
| St. Mary's University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,615) | ✔ ($4,236) |
| Trinity University | Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,038) | ✔ ($6,079) |
| College of Biblical Studies-Houston | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Abilene Christian University-Undergraduate Online | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin College | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Rice University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| St. Mary's University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Trinity University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| College of Biblical Studies-Houston | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Abilene Christian University-Undergraduate Online | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, all schools are member of NAA, 5 schools are member of NCAA, and 1 schools are member of NCCAA.
| 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 |
| Rice University | NAA, NCAA | Conference USA | Conference USA | Conference USA | 9 athletic programs |
| St. Mary's University | NAA, NCAA | - | 7 athletic programs | ||
| Trinity University | NAA, NCAA | Southern Athletic Association | Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference | Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| College of Biblical Studies-Houston | NAA, NCCAA | - | - | - | - |
| Abilene Christian University-Undergraduate Online | NAA, NCAA | Western Athletic Conference | Western Athletic Conference | Western Athletic Conference | - |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin College | Presbyterian Church (USA) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Rice University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| St. Mary's University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Trinity University | Presbyterian Church (USA) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| College of Biblical Studies-Houston | Undenominational | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Abilene Christian University-Undergraduate Online | Churches of Christ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs