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) | ✔ |
| Hampton University | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,150) | ✔ ($6,232) |
| University of Richmond | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,875) | ✔ ($8,020) |
| Shenandoah University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,295) | ✔ |
| Virginia Union University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (800) | ✔ ($5,310) |
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 |
| Hampton University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| University of Richmond | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Shenandoah University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Virginia Union University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 5 selected colleges, all schools are member of NAA, 4 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 |
| Hampton University | NAA, NCAA | Coastal Athletic Association | Coastal Athletic Association | - | 9 athletic programs |
| University of Richmond | NAA, NCAA | Coastal Athletic Association | Atlantic 10 Conference | Atlantic 10 Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| Shenandoah University | NAA, NCAA | Old Dominion Athletic Conference | Old Dominion Athletic Conference | Old Dominion Athletic Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| Virginia Union University | NAA, NCAA | Central Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc | Central Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc | - | 8 athletic programs |
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 | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Hampton University | Not affiliated | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| University of Richmond | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Shenandoah University | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Virginia Union University | Baptist | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs