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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Florida SouthWestern State College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (402) | ✔ |
| Florida Gateway College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (43) | ✔ ($1,800) |
| Lake-Sumter State College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| State College of Florida-Manatee-Sarasota | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Miami Dade College | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Polk State College | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Florida SouthWestern State College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Florida Gateway College | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Lake-Sumter State College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| State College of Florida-Manatee-Sarasota | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Miami Dade College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Polk State College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, all schools are member of NAA, and all schools are member of NJCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Florida SouthWestern State College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | - |
| Florida Gateway College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | - |
| Lake-Sumter State College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | 3 athletic programs |
| State College of Florida-Manatee-Sarasota | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | 5 athletic programs |
| Miami Dade College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | 4 athletic programs |
| Polk State College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | 5 athletic programs |
NAA: National Athletic Association
NJCAA: National Junior College 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Florida SouthWestern State College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Florida Gateway College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Lake-Sumter State College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| State College of Florida-Manatee-Sarasota | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Miami Dade College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Polk State College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs