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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Notre Dame de Namur University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ (36) | ✔ |
| Samuel Merritt University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Vanguard University of Southern California | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,045) | ✔ ($5,760) |
| Whittier College | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (824) | ✔ ($6,892) |
| Presidio Graduate School | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Notre Dame de Namur University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Samuel Merritt University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Vanguard University of Southern California | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Whittier College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Presidio Graduate School | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
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, 1 schools are member of NCAA, and 1 schools are member of NAIA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Notre Dame de Namur University | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Samuel Merritt University | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Vanguard University of Southern California | NAA, NAIA | - | Golden State Athletic Conference | Golden State Athletic Conference | 7 athletic programs |
| Whittier College | NAA, NCAA | Southern California Intercoll Ath Conf | Southern California Intercoll Ath Conf | Southern California Intercoll Ath Conf | 13 athletic programs |
| Presidio Graduate School | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Notre Dame de Namur University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Samuel Merritt University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Vanguard University of Southern California | Assemblies of God Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Whittier College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Presidio Graduate School | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs