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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Houston | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (8,397) | ✔ ($4,710) |
| Texas A & M International University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (739) | ✔ ($3,130) |
| The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,106) | ✔ ($3,502) |
| Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| South Texas 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Houston | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Texas A & M International University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| South Texas 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Houston | NAA, NCAA | American Athletic Conference | Big 12 Conference | American Athletic Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| Texas A & M International University | NAA, NCAA | - | Lone Star Conference | Lone Star Conference | 7 athletic programs |
| The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley | NAA, NCAA | - | Western Athletic Conference | Western Athletic Conference | 6 athletic programs |
| Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| South Texas 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Houston | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Texas A & M International University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| South Texas College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs