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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Academy of Vocal Arts | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Albright College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,409) | ✔ ($6,170) |
| Gwynedd Mercy University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (531) | ✔ ($6,640) |
| Mercyhurst University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,000) | ✔ ($6,920) |
| University of Valley Forge | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (654) | ✔ ($4,970) |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Academy of Vocal Arts | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Albright College | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Gwynedd Mercy University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Mercyhurst University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| University of Valley Forge | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Academy of Vocal Arts | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Albright College | NAA, NCAA | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | Commonwealth Conference | Commonwealth Conference | 14 athletic programs |
| Gwynedd Mercy University | NAA, NCAA | - | Atlantic East Conference | Atlantic East Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| Mercyhurst University | NAA, NCAA | Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference | Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference | Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference | 15 athletic programs |
| University of Valley Forge | NAA, NCAA | - | 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Academy of Vocal Arts | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Albright College | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Gwynedd Mercy University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Mercyhurst University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| University of Valley Forge | Assemblies of God Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs