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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Sierra University | Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (850) | ✔ ($6,489) |
| The Master's University and Seminary | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (869) | ✔ ($5,950) |
| Mount Saint Mary's University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (556) | ✔ |
| Pepperdine University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,579) | ✔ |
| University of Southern California | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (8,500) | ✔ ($6,930) |
| Western Seminary-San Jose | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Sierra University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| The Master's University and Seminary | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Mount Saint Mary's University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Pepperdine University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| University of Southern California | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Western Seminary-San Jose | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 4 schools are member of NAA, 2 schools are member of NCAA, 2 schools are member of NAIA, and 1 schools are member of NCCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Sierra University | NAA, NAIA | - | 5 athletic programs | ||
| The Master's University and Seminary | NAA, NAIA, NCCAA | - | Golden State Athletic Conference | Golden State Athletic Conference | 8 athletic programs |
| Mount Saint Mary's University | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Pepperdine University | NAA, NCAA | - | West Coast Conference | West Coast Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| University of Southern California | NAA, NCAA | Pacific-12 Conference | Pacific-12 Conference | Pacific-12 Conference | 15 athletic programs |
| Western Seminary-San Jose | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
NAIA: National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Sierra University | Seventh Day Adventist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| The Master's University and Seminary | Interdenominational | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Mount Saint Mary's University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Pepperdine University | Churches of Christ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| University of Southern California | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Western Seminary-San Jose | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs