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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Thomas University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (781) | ✔ ($4,860) |
| Everest University-Melbourne | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 04/02/2017) | ||||||
| Altierus Career College-Orange Park | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 09/30/2018) | ||||||
| Ave Maria University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,178) | ✔ ($5,840) |
| Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico-Miami | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Keiser University-Tampa | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | |
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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Thomas University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Everest University-Melbourne | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 04/02/2017) | ||||||
| Altierus Career College-Orange Park | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 09/30/2018) | ||||||
| Ave Maria University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico-Miami | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Keiser University-Tampa | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 2 schools are member of NAA, and 2 schools are member of NAIA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Thomas University | NAA, NAIA | Florida Sun Conference | Florida Sun Conference | Florida Sun Conference | 8 athletic programs |
| Everest University-Melbourne | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 04/02/2017) | ||||
| Altierus Career College-Orange Park | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 09/30/2018) | ||||
| Ave Maria University | NAA, NAIA | Florida Sun Conference | Florida Sun Conference | Florida Sun Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico-Miami | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Keiser University-Tampa | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
NAA: National 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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Thomas University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Everest University-Melbourne | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 04/02/2017) | ||||||
| Altierus Career College-Orange Park | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 09/30/2018) | ||||||
| Ave Maria University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico-Miami | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Keiser University-Tampa | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs