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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Art Center College of Design | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Concordia University-Irvine | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,016) | ✔ ($5,080) |
| Samuel Merritt University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Vanguard University of Southern California | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,045) | ✔ ($5,760) |
| Keck Graduate Institute | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Art Center College of Design | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Concordia University-Irvine | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Samuel Merritt University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Vanguard University of Southern California | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Keck Graduate Institute | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Art Center College of Design | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Concordia University-Irvine | NAA, NCAA | - | 10 athletic programs | ||
| 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 |
| Keck Graduate Institute | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Art Center College of Design | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Concordia University-Irvine | Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Samuel Merritt University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Vanguard University of Southern California | Assemblies of God Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Keck Graduate Institute | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs