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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty University | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (8,823) | ✔ ($4,940) |
| Roanoke College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,540) | ✔ ($8,190) |
| Union Presbyterian Seminary | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (58) | ✔ |
| Divine Mercy University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Appalachian College of Pharmacy | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Roanoke College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Union Presbyterian Seminary | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Divine Mercy University | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Appalachian College of Pharmacy | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty University | NAA, NCAA | Division I-A Independents | Atlantic Sun Conference | Atlantic Sun Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| Roanoke College | NAA, NCAA | - | Old Dominion Athletic Conference | Old Dominion Athletic Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| Union Presbyterian Seminary | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Divine Mercy University | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Appalachian College of Pharmacy | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty University | Evangelical Christian | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Roanoke College | Evangelical Lutheran Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Union Presbyterian Seminary | Presbyterian Church (USA) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Divine Mercy University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Appalachian College of Pharmacy | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs