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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CUNY New York City College of Technology | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| SUNY College of Technology at Alfred | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,334) | ✔ ($5,550) |
| University at Buffalo | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (7,737) | ✔ ($7,080) |
| SUNY College of Optometry | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| United States Merchant Marine Academy | Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,005) | ✔ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CUNY New York City College of Technology | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| SUNY College of Technology at Alfred | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| University at Buffalo | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| SUNY College of Optometry | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| United States Merchant Marine Academy | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 5 selected colleges, 4 schools are member of NAA, and 4 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CUNY New York City College of Technology | NAA, NCAA | - | - | - | |
| SUNY College of Technology at Alfred | NAA, NCAA | Eastern Collegiate Football Conference | 12 athletic programs | ||
| University at Buffalo | NAA, NCAA | Mid-American Conference | Mid-American Conference | - | 11 athletic programs |
| SUNY College of Optometry | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| United States Merchant Marine Academy | NAA, NCAA | New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference | 12 athletic programs | ||
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CUNY New York City College of Technology | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| SUNY College of Technology at Alfred | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| University at Buffalo | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| SUNY College of Optometry | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ |
| United States Merchant Marine Academy | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs