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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loyola Marymount University | Under, Grad | Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (3,681) | ✔ |
| University of Southern California | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (8,500) | ✔ ($6,930) |
| Whittier College | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (824) | ✔ ($6,892) |
| Oikos University | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||||
| 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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loyola Marymount University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library | ||
| University of Southern California | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library | ||
| Whittier College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Oikos University | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||||
| Western Seminary-San Jose | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 5 selected colleges, 3 schools are member of NAA, and 3 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loyola Marymount University | NAA, NCAA | - | West Coast Conference | West Coast Conference | 13 athletic programs |
| University of Southern California | NAA, NCAA | Pacific-12 Conference | Pacific-12 Conference | Pacific-12 Conference | 15 athletic programs |
| Whittier College | NAA, NCAA | Southern California Intercoll Ath Conf | Southern California Intercoll Ath Conf | Southern California Intercoll Ath Conf | 13 athletic programs |
| Oikos University | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||
| Western Seminary-San Jose | 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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loyola Marymount University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| University of Southern California | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ||
| Whittier College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Oikos University | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||||
| Western Seminary-San Jose | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs