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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chatham University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (754) | ✔ ($6,519) |
| Curtis Institute of Music | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (102) | ✔ |
| Messiah University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,403) | ✔ ($5,410) |
| Robert Morris University | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,823) | ✔ ($5,710) |
| Waynesburg University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,054) | ✔ ($5,870) |
| York College of Pennsylvania | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,119) | ✔ ($5,500) |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chatham University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Curtis Institute of Music | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Messiah University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Robert Morris University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Waynesburg University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| York College of Pennsylvania | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | 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, and 5 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chatham University | NAA, NCAA | - | Presidents' Athletic Conference | Presidents' Athletic Conference | - |
| Curtis Institute of Music | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Messiah University | NAA, NCAA | - | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | 14 athletic programs |
| Robert Morris University | NAA, NCAA | Big South Conference | Horizon League | - | 12 athletic programs |
| Waynesburg University | NAA, NCAA | Presidents' Athletic Conference | Presidents' Athletic Conference | Presidents' Athletic Conference | 13 athletic programs |
| York College of Pennsylvania | NAA, NCAA | - | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | 14 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chatham University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Curtis Institute of Music | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Messiah University | Interdenominational | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Robert Morris University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Waynesburg University | Presbyterian Church (USA) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| York College of Pennsylvania | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs