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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DeSales University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,160) | ✔ ($7,100) |
| Gwynedd Mercy University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (531) | ✔ ($6,640) |
| Lebanon Valley College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,326) | ✔ ($8,500) |
| Messiah University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,403) | ✔ ($5,410) |
| Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Relay Graduate School of Education - Philadelphia & Camden | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DeSales University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Gwynedd Mercy University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Lebanon Valley College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Messiah University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Relay Graduate School of Education - Philadelphia & Camden | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 4 schools are member of NAA, and 4 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DeSales University | NAA, NCAA | - | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | 9 athletic programs |
| Gwynedd Mercy University | NAA, NCAA | - | Atlantic East Conference | Atlantic East Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| Lebanon Valley College | NAA, NCAA | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | 15 athletic programs |
| Messiah University | NAA, NCAA | - | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | 14 athletic programs |
| Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Relay Graduate School of Education - Philadelphia & Camden | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DeSales University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Gwynedd Mercy University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Lebanon Valley College | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Messiah University | Interdenominational | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Relay Graduate School of Education - Philadelphia & Camden | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs