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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluefield University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (442) | ✔ |
| Ferrum College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,293) | ✔ |
| Virginia Wesleyan University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (856) | ✔ |
| Baptist Theological Seminary at Richmond | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||||
| Virginia Beach Theological Seminary | 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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluefield University | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Ferrum College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Virginia Wesleyan University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Baptist Theological Seminary at Richmond | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||||
| Virginia Beach Theological Seminary | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | 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, 2 schools are member of NCAA, 1 schools are member of NAIA, and 1 schools are 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 |
| Ferrum College | NAA, NCAA | Old Dominion Athletic Conference | Old Dominion Athletic Conference | Old Dominion Athletic Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| Virginia Wesleyan University | NAA, NCAA | - | Old Dominion Athletic Conference | Old Dominion Athletic Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| Baptist Theological Seminary at Richmond | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||
| Virginia Beach Theological Seminary | 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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluefield University | Baptist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Ferrum College | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Virginia Wesleyan University | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Baptist Theological Seminary at Richmond | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||||
| Virginia Beach Theological Seminary | Baptist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs