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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arcadia University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,075) | ✔ ($5,320) |
| Dickinson College | Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,952) | ✔ ($7,718) |
| University of the Sciences | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | |
| Point Park University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (998) | ✔ ($7,440) |
| Thiel College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (906) | ✔ |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arcadia University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Dickinson College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| University of the Sciences | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Point Park University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Thiel College | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | 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, 5 schools are member of NAA, 4 schools are member of NCAA, and 1 schools are member of NAIA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arcadia University | NAA, NCAA | - | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | 10 athletic programs |
| Dickinson College | NAA, NCAA | Centennial Conference | Centennial Conference | Centennial Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| University of the Sciences | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Point Park University | NAA, NAIA | - | 7 athletic programs | ||
| Thiel College | NAA, NCAA | Presidents' Athletic Conference | Presidents' Athletic Conference | Presidents' Athletic Conference | 11 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
NAIA: National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arcadia University | Presbyterian Church (USA) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Dickinson College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| University of the Sciences | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Point Park University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Thiel College | Evangelical Lutheran Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Wilkes University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs