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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Menlo College | ✗ | Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (782) | ✔ |
| Santa Clara University | Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (3,797) | ✔ |
| Soka University of America | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (572) | ✔ |
| University of the People | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Institute of Buddhist Studies | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (8) | ✔ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Menlo College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Santa Clara University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Soka University of America | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| University of the People | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Institute of Buddhist Studies | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | 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, 1 schools are member of NCAA, and 2 schools are member of NAIA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Menlo College | NAA, NAIA | - | Golden State Athletic Conference | Golden State Athletic Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| Santa Clara University | NAA, NCAA | - | West Coast Conference | West Coast Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| Soka University of America | NAA, NAIA | - | - | - | 5 athletic programs |
| University of the People | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Institute of Buddhist Studies | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
NAIA: National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Menlo College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Santa Clara University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Soka University of America | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| University of the People | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Institute of Buddhist Studies | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs