Special Learning Opportunity
The following table compares the special learning opportunities between best schools in Tennessee 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 | Vanderbilt University | Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (5,966) | ✔ ($7,142) |
| 2 | The University of Tennessee-Knoxville | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (8,535) | ✔ |
| 3 | Rhodes College | ✗ | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,488) | ✔ |
| 4 | Union University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,288) | ✔ ($3,950) |
| 5 | Lipscomb University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,600) | ✔ ($5,996) |
| 6 | Freed-Hardeman University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,306) | ✔ ($3,630) |
| 7 | The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (3,537) | ✔ ($4,252) |
| 8 | Bryan College-Dayton | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (664) | ✔ |
| 9 | Trevecca Nazarene University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (953) | ✔ ($5,200) |
| 10 | Belmont University | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (4,374) | ✔ ($6,200) |
Student Services on Campus
The following table compares the on-campus students services and facilities between best schools in Tennessee 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 | Vanderbilt University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 2 | The University of Tennessee-Knoxville | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 3 | Rhodes College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 4 | Union University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 5 | Lipscomb University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 6 | Freed-Hardeman University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 7 | The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 8 | Bryan College-Dayton | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 9 | Trevecca Nazarene University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 10 | Belmont University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of best schools in Tennessee. Among 10 best schools in Tennessee, all schools are NAA members, 8 schools are NCAA members, and 2 schools are NAIA members.
| Rank | Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vanderbilt University | NAA, NCAA | Southeastern Conference | Southeastern Conference | Southeastern Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| 2 | The University of Tennessee-Knoxville | NAA, NCAA | Southeastern Conference | Southeastern Conference | Southeastern Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| 3 | Rhodes College | NAA, NCAA | Southern Athletic Association | Southern Athletic Association | Southern Athletic Association | 14 athletic programs |
| 4 | Union University | NAA, NCAA | - | Gulf South Conference | Gulf South Conference | 7 athletic programs |
| 5 | Lipscomb University | NAA, NCAA | - | Atlantic Sun Conference | Atlantic Sun Conference | 8 athletic programs |
| 6 | Freed-Hardeman University | NAA, NAIA | - | Mid-South Conference | Mid-South Conference | 7 athletic programs |
| 7 | The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga | NAA, NCAA | Southern Conference | Southern Conference | - | 9 athletic programs |
| 8 | Bryan College-Dayton | NAA, NAIA | - | Appalachian Athletic Conference | Appalachian Athletic Conference | 7 athletic programs |
| 9 | Trevecca Nazarene University | NAA, NCAA | - | Great Midwest Athletic Conference | Great Midwest Athletic Conference | 7 athletic programs |
| 10 | Belmont University | NAA, NCAA | - | Missouri Valley Conference | Missouri Valley Conference | 8 athletic programs |
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 best schools in Tennessee 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 | Vanderbilt University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| 2 | The University of Tennessee-Knoxville | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| 3 | Rhodes College | Presbyterian Church (USA) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 4 | Union University | Southern Baptist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 5 | Lipscomb University | Churches of Christ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 6 | Freed-Hardeman University | Churches of Christ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 7 | The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 8 | Bryan College-Dayton | Interdenominational | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 9 | Trevecca Nazarene University | Church of the Nazarene | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 10 | Belmont University | Interdenominational | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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