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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samuel Merritt University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Antioch University-Santa Barbara | Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Soka University of America | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (572) | ✔ |
| Argosy University-San Diego | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 12/14/2018) | ||||||
| Shepherd University | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||||
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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samuel Merritt University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Antioch University-Santa Barbara | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Soka University of America | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Argosy University-San Diego | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 12/14/2018) | ||||||
| Shepherd University | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||||
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 5 selected colleges, 1 schools are member of NAA, and 1 schools are member of NAIA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samuel Merritt University | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Antioch University-Santa Barbara | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Soka University of America | NAA, NAIA | - | - | - | 5 athletic programs |
| Argosy University-San Diego | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 12/14/2018) | ||||
| Shepherd University | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||
NAA: National 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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samuel Merritt University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Antioch University-Santa Barbara | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Soka University of America | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Argosy University-San Diego | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 12/14/2018) | ||||||
| Shepherd University | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||||
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs