Special Learning Opportunity
The following table compares the special learning opportunities between colleges in Southern Conference (SoCon) 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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samford University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,375) | ✔ ($5,288) |
| Mercer University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (3,010) | ✔ ($7,118) |
| University of North Carolina at Greensboro | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (5,660) | ✔ ($4,049) |
| Western Carolina University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (4,347) | ✔ ($5,029) |
| Citadel Military College of South Carolina | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,372) | ✔ |
| Furman University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,407) | ✔ ($6,482) |
| Wofford College | ✗ | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,644) | ✔ ($6,190) |
| East Tennessee State University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (3,026) | ✔ ($4,520) |
| The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (3,537) | ✔ ($4,252) |
| Virginia Military Institute | ✗ | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,751) | ✔ ($7,478) |
Student Services on Campus
The following table compares the on-campus students services and facilities between colleges in Southern Conference (SoCon) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samford University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Mercer University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| University of North Carolina at Greensboro | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Western Carolina University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Citadel Military College of South Carolina | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Furman University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Wofford College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| East Tennessee State University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Virginia Military Institute | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Additional Characteristics
The following table compares and describes additional facts of colleges in Southern Conference (SoCon) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samford University | Baptist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Mercer University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| University of North Carolina at Greensboro | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Western Carolina University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Citadel Military College of South Carolina | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Furman University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Wofford College | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| East Tennessee State University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Virginia Military Institute | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs