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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anna Maria College | Under, Grad | Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (636) | ✔ |
| Boston University | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (11,649) | ✔ ($6,140) |
| Fisher College | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (307) | ✔ |
| New England College of Optometry | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Smith College | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,479) | ✔ ($10,140) |
| Springfield College-Regional, Online, and Continuing Education | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anna Maria College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Boston University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Fisher College | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| New England College of Optometry | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Smith College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Springfield College-Regional, Online, and Continuing Education | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 4 schools are member of NAA, 3 schools are member of NCAA, and 1 schools are member of NAIA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anna Maria College | NAA, NCAA | Eastern Collegiate Football Conference | Great Northeast Athletic Conference | Great Northeast Athletic Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| Boston University | NAA, NCAA | - | Patriot League | - | 12 athletic programs |
| Fisher College | NAA, NAIA | - | Continental Athletic Conference | Continental Athletic Conference | 4 athletic programs |
| New England College of Optometry | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Smith College | NAA, NCAA | - | New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference | - | - |
| Springfield College-Regional, Online, and Continuing Education | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anna Maria College | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Boston University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Fisher College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| New England College of Optometry | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ |
| Smith College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Springfield College-Regional, Online, and Continuing Education | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs