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) |
| Smith College | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,479) | ✔ ($10,140) |
| Western New England University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,150) | ✔ ($7,240) |
| Worcester Polytechnic Institute | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,369) | ✔ ($7,206) |
| National Graduate School of Quality Management | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||||
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 | ||
| Smith College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Western New England University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Worcester Polytechnic Institute | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| National Graduate School of Quality Management | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||||
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 5 selected colleges, 4 schools are member of NAA, and 4 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 |
| Smith College | NAA, NCAA | - | New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference | - | - |
| Western New England University | NAA, NCAA | Commonwealth Coast Conference | Commonwealth Coast Conference | Commonwealth Coast Conference | 14 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 |
| National Graduate School of Quality Management | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||
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 | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Smith College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Western New England University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Worcester Polytechnic Institute | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| National Graduate School of Quality Management | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||||
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs