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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centra College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Randolph College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (621) | ✔ |
| Southern Virginia University | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (623) | ✔ ($4,950) |
| Virginia Union University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (800) | ✔ ($5,310) |
| Virginia Wesleyan University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (856) | ✔ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centra College | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Randolph College | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Southern Virginia University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Virginia Union University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Virginia Wesleyan University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 5 selected colleges, 4 schools are member of NAA, and 4 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centra College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Randolph College | NAA, NCAA | - | Old Dominion Athletic Conference | - | 8 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 |
| Virginia Wesleyan University | NAA, NCAA | - | Old Dominion Athletic Conference | Old Dominion Athletic Conference | 10 athletic programs |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centra College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Randolph College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Southern Virginia University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Virginia Union University | Baptist | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Virginia Wesleyan University | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs