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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Houston State University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (4,097) | ✔ ($4,900) |
| Sul Ross State University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (758) | ✔ ($3,638) |
| University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (402) | ✔ |
| West Texas A & M University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,200) | ✔ ($4,140) |
| South Texas College | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Houston State University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Sul Ross State University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| West Texas A & M University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| South Texas College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 5 selected colleges, 3 schools are member of NAA, and 3 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Houston State University | NAA, NCAA | Western Athletic Conference | Western Athletic Conference | Western Athletic Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| Sul Ross State University | NAA, NCAA | American Southwest Conference | American Southwest Conference | American Southwest Conference | 8 athletic programs |
| University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| West Texas A & M University | NAA, NCAA | Lone Star Conference | Lone Star Conference | Lone Star Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| South Texas College | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Houston State University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Sul Ross State University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| West Texas A & M University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| South Texas College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs