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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Crest College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (553) | ✔ ($6,972) |
| Franklin and Marshall College | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,224) | ✔ ($6,140) |
| Haverford College | ✗ | Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,435) | ✔ ($7,082) |
| Mercyhurst University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,000) | ✔ ($6,920) |
| Waynesburg University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,054) | ✔ ($5,870) |
| Wilkes University | Under, Grad | Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,152) | ✔ ($6,564) |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Crest College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Franklin and Marshall College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Haverford College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Mercyhurst University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Waynesburg University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Wilkes University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, all schools are member of NAA, and all schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Crest College | NAA, NCAA | - | - | 10 athletic programs | |
| Franklin and Marshall College | NAA, NCAA | Centennial Conference | Centennial Conference | Centennial Conference | 17 athletic programs |
| Haverford College | NAA, NCAA | - | Centennial Conference | Centennial Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| Mercyhurst University | NAA, NCAA | Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference | Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference | Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference | 15 athletic programs |
| Waynesburg University | NAA, NCAA | Presidents' Athletic Conference | Presidents' Athletic Conference | Presidents' Athletic Conference | 13 athletic programs |
| Wilkes University | NAA, NCAA | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Crest College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Franklin and Marshall College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Haverford College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Mercyhurst University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Waynesburg University | Presbyterian Church (USA) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Wilkes University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs