Special Learning Opportunity
The following table compares the special learning opportunities between best Graduate Education Policy schools 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.
| Rank | Name | Online Class | ROTC | Teacher Cert. | Study Abroad | Weekend/ Evening College | Campus Housing* | Meal Plan** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stanford University | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (14,162) | ✔ ($6,937) |
| 2 | Harvard University | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (13,748) | ✔ ($7,446) |
| 3 | University of Wisconsin-Madison | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (10,243) | ✔ ($4,050) |
| 3 | Vanderbilt University | Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (5,966) | ✔ ($7,142) |
| 5 | Teachers College at Columbia University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ (676) | ✔ ($1,120) |
| 6 | University of Michigan-Ann Arbor | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (11,493) | ✔ |
| 7 | University of Pennsylvania | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (6,316) | ✔ ($6,134) |
| 8 | University of California-Berkeley | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (9,765) | ✔ |
| 9 | Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (14,275) | ✔ ($5,610) |
| 10 | Michigan State University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (17,517) | ✔ ($6,452) |
| 10 | University of California-Los Angeles | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (22,884) | ✔ |
Student Services on Campus
The following table compares the on-campus students services and facilities between best Graduate Education Policy schools including Student Counseling, Employment services for current students, Placement service for program completers, On-campus daycare facility, and library information.
| Rank | Name | Career Counseling | Employment Service | Placement Service | On Campus Daycare | Library Facilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stanford University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 2 | Harvard University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 3 | University of Wisconsin-Madison | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 3 | Vanderbilt University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 5 | Teachers College at Columbia University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 6 | University of Michigan-Ann Arbor | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 7 | University of Pennsylvania | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 8 | University of California-Berkeley | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 9 | Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 10 | Michigan State University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 10 | University of California-Los Angeles | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of best Graduate Education Policy schools. Among 11 best Graduate Education Policy schools, 10 schools are member of NAA, and 10 schools are member of NCAA.
| Rank | Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stanford University | NAA, NCAA | Pacific-12 Conference | Pacific-12 Conference | Pacific-12 Conference | 22 athletic programs |
| 2 | Harvard University | NAA, NCAA | Ivy League | Ivy League | Ivy League | 21 athletic programs |
| 3 | University of Wisconsin-Madison | NAA, NCAA | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | - | 12 athletic programs |
| 3 | Vanderbilt University | NAA, NCAA | Southeastern Conference | Southeastern Conference | Southeastern Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| 5 | Teachers College at Columbia University | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| 6 | University of Michigan-Ann Arbor | NAA, NCAA | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | 17 athletic programs |
| 7 | University of Pennsylvania | NAA, NCAA | Ivy League | Ivy League | Ivy League | 18 athletic programs |
| 8 | University of California-Berkeley | NAA, NCAA | Pacific-12 Conference | Pacific-12 Conference | Pacific-12 Conference | 17 athletic programs |
| 9 | Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus | NAA, NCAA | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | 16 athletic programs |
| 10 | Michigan State University | NAA, NCAA | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | 15 athletic programs |
| 10 | University of California-Los Angeles | NAA, NCAA | Pacific-12 Conference | Pacific-12 Conference | Pacific-12 Conference | 14 athletic programs |
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
Additional Characteristics
The following table compares and describes additional facts of best Graduate Education Policy schools including religious affiliation, specialized schools, and medical degree offer, and other facts.
| Rank | Name | Religious Affiliation | Historical Black School | Tribal School | Has Hospital | Offer Medical Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stanford University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 2 | Harvard University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| 3 | University of Wisconsin-Madison | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 3 | Vanderbilt University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| 5 | Teachers College at Columbia University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 6 | University of Michigan-Ann Arbor | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 7 | University of Pennsylvania | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 8 | University of California-Berkeley | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 9 | Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 10 | Michigan State University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| 10 | University of California-Los Angeles | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs