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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howard Payne University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (676) | ✔ ($5,716) |
| Texas Christian University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (5,304) | ✔ ($5,850) |
| Texas College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ (602) | ✔ ($3,800) |
| Messenger College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (68) | ✔ |
| Relay Graduate School of Education - Dallas-Fort Worth | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howard Payne University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Texas Christian University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Texas College | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Messenger College | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Relay Graduate School of Education - Dallas-Fort Worth | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | 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, 2 schools are member of NCAA, and 1 schools are member of NAIA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howard Payne University | NAA, NCAA | American Southwest Conference | American Southwest Conference | American Southwest Conference | 7 athletic programs |
| Texas Christian University | NAA, NCAA | Big 12 Conference | Big 12 Conference | Big 12 Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| Texas College | NAA, NAIA | Sooner Athletic Conference | 7 athletic programs | ||
| Messenger College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Relay Graduate School of Education - Dallas-Fort Worth | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howard Payne University | Baptist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Texas Christian University | Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Texas College | Christian Methodist Episcopal | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Messenger College | Other Protestant | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Relay Graduate School of Education - Dallas-Fort Worth | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs