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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Church Divinity School of the Pacific | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (65) | ✔ ($700) |
| Fielding Graduate University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| La Sierra University | Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (850) | ✔ ($6,489) |
| Saint Mary's College of California | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,511) | ✔ |
| Whittier College | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (824) | ✔ ($6,892) |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Church Divinity School of the Pacific | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Fielding Graduate University | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| La Sierra University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Saint Mary's College of California | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Whittier College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Institute of Buddhist Studies | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 3 schools are member of NAA, 2 schools are member of NCAA, and 1 schools are member of NAIA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Church Divinity School of the Pacific | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Fielding Graduate University | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| La Sierra University | NAA, NAIA | - | 5 athletic programs | ||
| Saint Mary's College of California | NAA, NCAA | - | West Coast Conference | West Coast Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| Whittier College | NAA, NCAA | Southern California Intercoll Ath Conf | Southern California Intercoll Ath Conf | Southern California Intercoll Ath Conf | 13 athletic programs |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Church Divinity School of the Pacific | Protestant Episcopal | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Fielding Graduate University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| La Sierra University | Seventh Day Adventist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Saint Mary's College of California | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Whittier College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Institute of Buddhist Studies | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs