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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferrum College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,293) | ✔ |
| Sentara College of Health Sciences | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Shenandoah University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,295) | ✔ |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferrum College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Sentara College of Health Sciences | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Shenandoah University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 5 selected colleges, 2 schools are member of NAA, and 2 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferrum College | NAA, NCAA | Old Dominion Athletic Conference | Old Dominion Athletic Conference | Old Dominion Athletic Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| Sentara College of Health Sciences | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Shenandoah University | NAA, NCAA | Old Dominion Athletic Conference | Old Dominion Athletic Conference | Old Dominion Athletic Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferrum College | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Sentara College of Health Sciences | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Shenandoah University | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs