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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curtis Institute of Music | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (102) | ✔ |
| Messiah University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,403) | ✔ ($5,410) |
| Pennsylvania College of Art and Design | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (128) | ✔ |
| Saint Vincent College | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,274) | ✔ ($6,300) |
| Thomas Jefferson University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,080) | ✔ ($7,025) |
| Ursinus College | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,513) | ✔ ($5,024) |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curtis Institute of Music | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Messiah University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Pennsylvania College of Art and Design | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Saint Vincent College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Thomas Jefferson University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Ursinus College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Pennsylvania College of Art and Design | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Saint Vincent College | NAA, NCAA | Presidents' Athletic Conference | Presidents' Athletic Conference | Presidents' Athletic Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| Thomas Jefferson University | NAA, NCAA | - | - | ||
| Ursinus College | NAA, NCAA | Centennial Conference | Centennial Conference | Centennial Conference | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curtis Institute of Music | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Messiah University | Interdenominational | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Pennsylvania College of Art and Design | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Saint Vincent College | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Thomas Jefferson University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Ursinus College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs