Special Learning Opportunity
The following table compares the special learning opportunities between best schools in Texas 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 | Rice University | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (3,701) | ✔ ($4,800) |
| 2 | Trinity University | Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,038) | ✔ ($6,079) |
| 3 | The University of Texas at Austin | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (7,953) | ✔ |
| 4 | Southern Methodist University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (3,403) | ✔ ($6,776) |
| 5 | Texas A & M University-College Station | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (11,306) | ✔ |
| 6 | The University of Texas at Dallas | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (5,543) | ✔ ($4,172) |
| 7 | Texas Christian University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (5,304) | ✔ ($5,850) |
| 8 | Baylor University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (4,768) | ✔ ($6,247) |
| 9 | Texas State University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (6,853) | ✔ ($4,400) |
| 10 | University of Houston | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (8,397) | ✔ ($4,710) |
Student Services on Campus
The following table compares the on-campus students services and facilities between best schools in Texas 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 | Rice University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 2 | Trinity University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 3 | The University of Texas at Austin | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 4 | Southern Methodist University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 5 | Texas A & M University-College Station | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 6 | The University of Texas at Dallas | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 7 | Texas Christian University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 8 | Baylor University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 9 | Texas State University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 10 | University of Houston | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of best schools in Texas. Among 10 best schools in Texas, all schools are NAA members, and all schools are NCAA members.
| Rank | Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rice University | NAA, NCAA | Conference USA | Conference USA | Conference USA | 9 athletic programs |
| 2 | Trinity University | NAA, NCAA | Southern Athletic Association | Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference | Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| 3 | The University of Texas at Austin | NAA, NCAA | Big 12 Conference | Big 12 Conference | Big 12 Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| 4 | Southern Methodist University | NAA, NCAA | American Athletic Conference | American Athletic Conference | - | 12 athletic programs |
| 5 | Texas A & M University-College Station | NAA, NCAA | Southeastern Conference | Southeastern Conference | Southeastern Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| 6 | The University of Texas at Dallas | NAA, NCAA | - | American Southwest Conference | American Southwest Conference | 8 athletic programs |
| 7 | Texas Christian University | NAA, NCAA | Big 12 Conference | Big 12 Conference | Big 12 Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| 8 | Baylor University | NAA, NCAA | Big 12 Conference | Big 12 Conference | Big 12 Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| 9 | Texas State University | NAA, NCAA | Sun Belt Conference | Sun Belt Conference | Sun Belt Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| 10 | University of Houston | NAA, NCAA | American Athletic Conference | Big 12 Conference | American Athletic Conference | 10 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 Texas 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 | Rice University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 2 | Trinity University | Presbyterian Church (USA) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 3 | The University of Texas at Austin | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 4 | Southern Methodist University | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 5 | Texas A & M University-College Station | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| 6 | The University of Texas at Dallas | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 7 | Texas Christian University | Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| 8 | Baylor University | Baptist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 9 | Texas State University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 10 | University of Houston | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
The ranking data is provided by CollegeEvaluator. We compare the schools that ranked top 10 in Texasand in top 500 ranking for all colleges and universities in United States.
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