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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emory & Henry College | Under | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (997) | ✔ ($6,600) |
| Randolph College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (621) | ✔ |
| Virginia Wesleyan University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (856) | ✔ |
| Appalachian College of Pharmacy | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Ascent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emory & Henry College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Randolph College | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Virginia Wesleyan University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Appalachian College of Pharmacy | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Ascent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emory & Henry College | NAA, NCAA | South Atlantic Conference | South Atlantic Conference | South Atlantic Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| Randolph College | NAA, NCAA | - | Old Dominion Athletic Conference | - | 8 athletic programs |
| Virginia Wesleyan University | NAA, NCAA | - | Old Dominion Athletic Conference | Old Dominion Athletic Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| Appalachian College of Pharmacy | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Ascent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emory & Henry College | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Randolph College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Virginia Wesleyan University | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Appalachian College of Pharmacy | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Ascent College | Assemblies of God Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs