Special Learning Opportunity
The following table compares the special learning opportunities between best schools in North Carolina 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.
| Rank | Name | Online Class | ROTC | Teacher Cert. | Study Abroad | Weekend/ Evening College | Campus Housing* | Meal Plan** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Duke University | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (5,699) | ✔ ($7,156) |
| 2 | Davidson College | ✗ | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,810) | ✔ ($7,800) |
| 3 | University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (9,925) | ✔ ($5,240) |
| 4 | North Carolina State University at Raleigh | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (9,394) | ✔ ($5,316) |
| 5 | Wake Forest University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (4,132) | ✔ ($8,334) |
| 6 | Elon University | Under | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (4,096) | ✔ ($7,068) |
| 7 | Salem College | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (281) | ✔ ($6,273) |
| 8 | Meredith College | Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,150) | ✔ |
| 9 | University of North Carolina Wilmington | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (5,562) | ✔ ($4,420) |
| 10 | Appalachian State University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (6,148) | ✔ ($5,360) |
Student Services on Campus
The following table compares the on-campus students services and facilities between best schools in North Carolina including Student Counseling, Employment services for current students, Placement service for program completers, On-campus daycare facility, and library information.
| Rank | Name | Career Counseling | Employment Service | Placement Service | On Campus Daycare | Library Facilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Duke University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 2 | Davidson College | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 3 | University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 4 | North Carolina State University at Raleigh | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 5 | Wake Forest University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 6 | Elon University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 7 | Salem College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 8 | Meredith College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 9 | University of North Carolina Wilmington | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 10 | Appalachian State University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of best schools in North Carolina. Among 10 best schools in North Carolina, all schools are NAA members, and all schools are NCAA members.
| Rank | Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Duke University | NAA, NCAA | Atlantic Coast Conference | Atlantic Coast Conference | Atlantic Coast Conference | 14 athletic programs |
| 2 | Davidson College | NAA, NCAA | Pioneer Football League | Atlantic 10 Conference | Atlantic 10 Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| 3 | University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | NAA, NCAA | Atlantic Coast Conference | Atlantic Coast Conference | Atlantic Coast Conference | 16 athletic programs |
| 4 | North Carolina State University at Raleigh | NAA, NCAA | Atlantic Coast Conference | Atlantic Coast Conference | Atlantic Coast Conference | 13 athletic programs |
| 5 | Wake Forest University | NAA, NCAA | Atlantic Coast Conference | Atlantic Coast Conference | Atlantic Coast Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| 6 | Elon University | NAA, NCAA | Coastal Athletic Association | Coastal Athletic Association | Coastal Athletic Association | 11 athletic programs |
| 7 | Salem College | NAA, NCAA | - | USA South Athletic Conference | - | 7 athletic programs |
| 8 | Meredith College | NAA, NCAA | - | USA South Athletic Conference | - | - |
| 9 | University of North Carolina Wilmington | NAA, NCAA | - | Coastal Athletic Association | Coastal Athletic Association | 9 athletic programs |
| 10 | Appalachian State University | NAA, NCAA | Sun Belt Conference | Sun Belt Conference | Sun Belt Conference | 11 athletic programs |
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
Additional Characteristics
The following table compares and describes additional facts of best schools in North Carolina including religious affiliation, specialized schools, and medical degree offer, and other facts.
| Rank | Name | Religious Affiliation | Historical Black School | Tribal School | Has Hospital | Offer Medical Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Duke University | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 2 | Davidson College | Presbyterian Church (USA) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 3 | University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| 4 | North Carolina State University at Raleigh | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| 5 | Wake Forest University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| 6 | Elon University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 7 | Salem College | Moravian Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 8 | Meredith College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 9 | University of North Carolina Wilmington | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 10 | Appalachian State University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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