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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athenaeum of Ohio | Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ (110) | ✔ |
| Bluffton University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (780) | ✔ ($6,136) |
| Cleveland Institute of Music | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (122) | ✔ ($7,350) |
| Lake Erie College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (452) | ✔ ($6,176) |
| Lourdes University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (525) | ✔ ($5,800) |
| Bryant & Stratton College-Solon | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athenaeum of Ohio | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Bluffton University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Cleveland Institute of Music | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Lake Erie College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Lourdes University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Bryant & Stratton College-Solon | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 3 schools are member of NAA, 2 schools are member of NCAA, and 1 schools are member of NAIA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athenaeum of Ohio | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Bluffton University | NAA, NCAA | Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference | Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference | Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference | 7 athletic programs |
| Cleveland Institute of Music | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Lake Erie College | NAA, NCAA | Great Midwest Athletic Conference | Great Midwest Athletic Conference | Great Midwest Athletic Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| Lourdes University | NAA, NAIA | - | 7 athletic programs | ||
| Bryant & Stratton College-Solon | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athenaeum of Ohio | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Bluffton University | Mennonite Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Cleveland Institute of Music | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Lake Erie College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Lourdes University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Bryant & Stratton College-Solon | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs