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 2024-2025.
| Name | Online Class | ROTC | Teacher Cert. | Study Abroad | Weekend/ Evening College | Campus Housing* | Meal Plan** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LaGrange College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (499) | ✔ ($5,780) |
| Mercer University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (3,010) | ✔ ($7,118) |
| Shorter University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (760) | ✔ ($4,400) |
| Spelman College | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,401) | ✔ |
| Truett McConnell University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (680) | ✔ ($4,632) |
| Shorter University-College of Adult & Professional Programs | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 12/08/2017) | ||||||
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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LaGrange College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Mercer University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Shorter University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Spelman College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Truett McConnell University | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Shorter University-College of Adult & Professional Programs | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 12/08/2017) | ||||||
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 4 schools are NAA members, 3 schools are NCAA members, and 1 school is a member of NAIA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LaGrange College | NAA, NCAA | USA South Athletic Conference | Collegiate Conference of the South | Collegiate Conference of the South | 11 athletic programs |
| Mercer University | NAA, NCAA | Southern Conference | Southern Conference | Southern Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| Shorter University | NAA, NCAA | Gulf South Conference | Gulf South Conference | Gulf South Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| Spelman College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Truett McConnell University | NAA, NAIA | - | Appalachian Athletic Conference | Appalachian Athletic Conference | 8 athletic programs |
| Shorter University-College of Adult & Professional Programs | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 12/08/2017) | ||||
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
NAIA: National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LaGrange College | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Mercer University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ||
| Shorter University | Baptist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Spelman College | Not affiliated | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Truett McConnell University | Southern Baptist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Shorter University-College of Adult & Professional Programs | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 12/08/2017) | ||||||
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**yearly costs