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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alvernia University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,022) | ✔ ($6,990) |
| Arcadia University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,075) | ✔ ($5,320) |
| Eastern University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (940) | ✔ ($5,814) |
| Keystone College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (434) | ✔ ($5,900) |
| University of the Sciences | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | |
| Point Park University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (998) | ✔ ($7,440) |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alvernia University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Arcadia University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Eastern University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Keystone College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| University of the Sciences | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Point Park University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 5 schools are member of NAA, 4 schools are member of NCAA, and 1 schools are member of NAIA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alvernia University | NAA, NCAA | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | Commonwealth Conference | Commonwealth Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| Arcadia University | NAA, NCAA | - | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | 10 athletic programs |
| Eastern University | NAA, NCAA | - | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | 10 athletic programs |
| Keystone College | NAA, NCAA | Eastern Collegiate Football Conference | 11 athletic programs | ||
| University of the Sciences | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Point Park University | NAA, NAIA | - | 7 athletic programs | ||
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alvernia University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Arcadia University | Presbyterian Church (USA) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Eastern University | American Baptist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Keystone College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| University of the Sciences | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Point Park University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs