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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duquesne University | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (3,552) | ✔ ($6,640) |
| Lehigh University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,952) | ✔ ($6,540) |
| Peirce College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Jefferson (Philadelphia University + Thomas Jefferson University) | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||||
| Waynesburg University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,054) | ✔ ($5,870) |
| Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences | 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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duquesne University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library | ||
| Lehigh University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library | ||
| Peirce College | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Jefferson (Philadelphia University + Thomas Jefferson University) | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||||
| Waynesburg University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 3 schools are member of NAA, and 3 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duquesne University | NAA, NCAA | Northeast Conference | Atlantic 10 Conference | - | 9 athletic programs |
| Lehigh University | NAA, NCAA | Patriot League | Patriot League | Patriot League | 15 athletic programs |
| Peirce College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Jefferson (Philadelphia University + Thomas Jefferson University) | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||
| Waynesburg University | NAA, NCAA | Presidents' Athletic Conference | Presidents' Athletic Conference | Presidents' Athletic Conference | 13 athletic programs |
| Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences | 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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duquesne University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Lehigh University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Peirce College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Jefferson (Philadelphia University + Thomas Jefferson University) | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||||
| Waynesburg University | Presbyterian Church (USA) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs