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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biola University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,750) | ✔ |
| Palo Alto University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Pepperdine University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,579) | ✔ |
| SUM Bible College and Theological Seminary | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (20) | ✔ |
| California College San Diego | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||||
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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biola University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Palo Alto University | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Pepperdine University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| SUM Bible College and Theological Seminary | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| California College San Diego | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||||
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 5 selected colleges, 2 schools are member of NAA, and 2 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biola University | NAA, NCAA | - | 9 athletic programs | ||
| Palo Alto University | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Pepperdine University | NAA, NCAA | - | West Coast Conference | West Coast Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| SUM Bible College and Theological Seminary | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| California College San Diego | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||
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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biola University | Undenominational | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Palo Alto University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Pepperdine University | Churches of Christ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| SUM Bible College and Theological Seminary | Assemblies of God Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| California College San Diego | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||||
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs