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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgewater College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,386) | ✔ |
| Emory & Henry College | Under | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (997) | ✔ ($6,600) |
| Hampden-Sydney College | ✗ | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,100) | ✔ |
| Virginia Union University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (800) | ✔ ($5,310) |
| Divine Mercy University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Bluefield College - Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgewater College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Emory & Henry College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Hampden-Sydney College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Virginia Union University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Divine Mercy University | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Bluefield College - Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 4 schools are member of NAA, and 4 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgewater College | NAA, NCAA | Old Dominion Athletic Conference | Old Dominion Athletic Conference | Old Dominion Athletic Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| Emory & Henry College | NAA, NCAA | South Atlantic Conference | South Atlantic Conference | South Atlantic Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| Hampden-Sydney College | NAA, NCAA | Old Dominion Athletic Conference | Old Dominion Athletic Conference | Old Dominion Athletic Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| Virginia Union University | NAA, NCAA | Central Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc | Central Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc | - | 8 athletic programs |
| Divine Mercy University | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Bluefield College - Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgewater College | Church of Brethren | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Emory & Henry College | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Hampden-Sydney College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Virginia Union University | Baptist | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Divine Mercy University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Bluefield College - Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs