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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fresno Pacific University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (576) | ✔ |
| Saint Mary's College of California | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,511) | ✔ |
| Starr King School for the Ministry | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Irell & Manella Graduate School of Biological Sciences at City of Hope | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (10) | ✔ |
| University of the West | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (150) | ✔ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fresno Pacific University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Saint Mary's College of California | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Starr King School for the Ministry | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Irell & Manella Graduate School of Biological Sciences at City of Hope | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| University of the West | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 5 selected colleges, 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fresno Pacific University | NAA, NCAA, NCCAA | - | 8 athletic programs | ||
| Saint Mary's College of California | NAA, NCAA | - | West Coast Conference | West Coast Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| Starr King School for the Ministry | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Irell & Manella Graduate School of Biological Sciences at City of Hope | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| University of the West | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fresno Pacific University | Mennonite Brethren Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Saint Mary's College of California | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Starr King School for the Ministry | Unitarian Universalist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Irell & Manella Graduate School of Biological Sciences at City of Hope | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| University of the West | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs