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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carnegie Mellon University | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (3,587) | ✔ ($6,486) |
| Juniata College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,225) | ✔ ($6,106) |
| Mercyhurst University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,000) | ✔ ($6,920) |
| Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (21) | ✔ |
| University of Pennsylvania | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (6,316) | ✔ ($6,134) |
| Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carnegie Mellon University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Juniata College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Mercyhurst University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| University of Pennsylvania | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carnegie Mellon University | NAA, NCAA | University Athletic Association | University Athletic Association | - | 8 athletic programs |
| Juniata College | NAA, NCAA | Centennial Conference | 12 athletic programs | ||
| Mercyhurst University | NAA, NCAA | Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference | Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference | Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference | 15 athletic programs |
| Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| University of Pennsylvania | NAA, NCAA | Ivy League | Ivy League | Ivy League | 18 athletic programs |
| Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carnegie Mellon University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Juniata College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Mercyhurst University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| University of Pennsylvania | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs