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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardin-Simmons University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,306) | ✔ ($5,900) |
| Southern Methodist University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (3,403) | ✔ ($6,776) |
| Parker University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| College of Biblical Studies-Houston | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Criswell College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (190) | ✔ |
| Grace School of Theology | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardin-Simmons University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Southern Methodist University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Parker University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| College of Biblical Studies-Houston | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Criswell College | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Grace School of Theology | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 3 schools are member of NAA, 2 schools are member of NCAA, and 1 schools are member of NCCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardin-Simmons University | NAA, NCAA | American Southwest Conference | American Southwest Conference | American Southwest Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| Southern Methodist University | NAA, NCAA | American Athletic Conference | American Athletic Conference | - | 12 athletic programs |
| Parker University | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| College of Biblical Studies-Houston | NAA, NCCAA | - | - | - | - |
| Criswell College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Grace School of Theology | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
NCCAA: National Christian College 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardin-Simmons University | Baptist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Southern Methodist University | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Parker University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| College of Biblical Studies-Houston | Undenominational | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Criswell College | Southern Baptist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Grace School of Theology | Interdenominational | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs