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) | ✔ |
| Emory & Henry College | Under | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (997) | ✔ ($6,600) |
| Southern Virginia University | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (623) | ✔ ($4,950) |
| Virginia Union University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (800) | ✔ ($5,310) |
| Ascent College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Fairfax University of America | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
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 |
| Emory & Henry College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Southern Virginia University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Virginia Union University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Ascent College | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Fairfax University of America | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | 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, 3 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 |
| Emory & Henry College | NAA, NCAA | South Atlantic Conference | South Atlantic Conference | South Atlantic Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| Southern Virginia University | NAA, NCAA | USA South Athletic Conference | USA South Athletic Conference | USA South Athletic Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| Virginia Union University | NAA, NCAA | Central Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc | Central Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc | - | 8 athletic programs |
| Ascent College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Fairfax University of America | 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 | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Emory & Henry College | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Southern Virginia University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Virginia Union University | Baptist | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Ascent College | Assemblies of God Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Fairfax University of America | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs