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 2024-2025.
| Name | Online Class | ROTC | Teacher Cert. | Study Abroad | Weekend/ Evening College | Campus Housing* | Meal Plan** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluefield University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (442) | ✔ |
| Emory & Henry University | Under | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (997) | ✔ ($6,600) |
| Centra College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Virginia Union University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (800) | ✔ ($5,310) |
| Virginia Beach Theological Seminary | Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Averett University-Non-Traditional Programs | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||||
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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluefield University | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Emory & Henry University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Centra College | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Virginia Union University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Virginia Beach Theological Seminary | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Averett University-Non-Traditional Programs | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||||
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 3 schools are NAA members, 2 schools are NCAA members, 1 school is a member of NAIA, and 1 school is a member of NCCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluefield University | NAA, NAIA, NCCAA | Appalachian Athletic Conference | Appalachian Athletic Conference | Appalachian Athletic Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| Emory & Henry University | NAA, NCAA | South Atlantic Conference | South Atlantic Conference | South Atlantic Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| Centra College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Virginia Union University | NAA, NCAA | Central Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc | Central Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc | - | 8 athletic programs |
| Virginia Beach Theological Seminary | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Averett University-Non-Traditional Programs | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||
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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluefield University | Baptist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Emory & Henry University | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Centra College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Virginia Union University | Baptist | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Virginia Beach Theological Seminary | Baptist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Averett University-Non-Traditional Programs | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||||
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**yearly costs