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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarks Summit University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (558) | ✔ ($4,450) |
| Mercyhurst University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,000) | ✔ ($6,920) |
| Swarthmore College | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,580) | ✔ ($8,922) |
| Thomas Jefferson University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,080) | ✔ ($7,025) |
| Trinity Episcopal School for Ministry | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Lake Erie College of Osteopathic 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarks Summit University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Mercyhurst University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Swarthmore College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Thomas Jefferson University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Trinity Episcopal School for Ministry | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Lake Erie College of Osteopathic 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarks Summit University | NAA, NCAA | - | 8 athletic programs | ||
| Mercyhurst University | NAA, NCAA | Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference | Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference | Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference | 15 athletic programs |
| Swarthmore College | NAA, NCAA | - | Centennial Conference | Centennial Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| Thomas Jefferson University | NAA, NCAA | - | - | ||
| Trinity Episcopal School for Ministry | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Lake Erie College of Osteopathic 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarks Summit University | Baptist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Mercyhurst University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Swarthmore College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Thomas Jefferson University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Trinity Episcopal School for Ministry | Protestant Episcopal | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs