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) |
| Drexel University | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (3,411) | ✔ ($6,351) |
| Cairn University-Langhorne | Under, Grad | Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (479) | ✔ ($5,490) |
| Seton Hill University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (913) | ✔ |
| University of Valley Forge | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (654) | ✔ ($4,970) |
| Harrisburg University of Science and Technology | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ (400) | ✔ |
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 |
| Drexel University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Cairn University-Langhorne | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Seton Hill University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| University of Valley Forge | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Harrisburg University of Science and Technology | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, all schools are member of NAA, 5 schools are member of NCAA, and 1 schools are member of NCCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arcadia University | NAA, NCAA | - | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | 10 athletic programs |
| Drexel University | NAA, NCAA | - | Coastal Athletic Association | - | 11 athletic programs |
| Cairn University-Langhorne | NAA, NCAA, NCCAA | - | Division III Independents | Division III Independents | 8 athletic programs |
| Seton Hill University | NAA, NCAA | Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference | Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference | Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference | 13 athletic programs |
| University of Valley Forge | NAA, NCAA | - | 7 athletic programs | ||
| Harrisburg University of Science and Technology | NAA | - | - | - | - |
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
NCCAA: National Christian College 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arcadia University | Presbyterian Church (USA) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Drexel University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Cairn University-Langhorne | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Seton Hill University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| University of Valley Forge | Assemblies of God Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Harrisburg University of Science and Technology | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs