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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bentley University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (3,350) | ✔ ($7,340) |
| Boston College | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (7,619) | ✔ ($6,000) |
| College of the Holy Cross | ✗ | NAVY | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,642) | ✔ ($7,520) |
| Smith College | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,479) | ✔ ($10,140) |
| Wentworth Institute of Technology | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,019) | ✔ ($3,300) |
| Worcester Polytechnic Institute | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,369) | ✔ ($7,206) |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bentley University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Boston College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| College of the Holy Cross | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Smith College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Wentworth Institute of Technology | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Worcester Polytechnic Institute | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | 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 NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bentley University | NAA, NCAA | Northeast 10 Conference | Northeast 10 Conference | Northeast 10 Conference | 13 athletic programs |
| Boston College | NAA, NCAA | Atlantic Coast Conference | Atlantic Coast Conference | Atlantic Coast Conference | 17 athletic programs |
| College of the Holy Cross | NAA, NCAA | Patriot League | Patriot League | Patriot League | 14 athletic programs |
| Smith College | NAA, NCAA | - | New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference | - | - |
| Wentworth Institute of Technology | NAA, NCAA | - | Commonwealth Coast Conference | Commonwealth Coast Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| Worcester Polytechnic Institute | NAA, NCAA | New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference | New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference | New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference | 11 athletic programs |
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bentley University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Boston College | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| College of the Holy Cross | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Smith College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Wentworth Institute of Technology | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Worcester Polytechnic Institute | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs