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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amherst College | ✗ | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,000) | ✔ ($7,700) |
| Episcopal Divinity School | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 06/30/2017) | ||||||
| MGH Institute of Health Professions | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| New England College of Optometry | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| College of Our Lady of the Elms | Under, Grad | Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (417) | ✔ |
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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amherst College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Episcopal Divinity School | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 06/30/2017) | ||||||
| MGH Institute of Health Professions | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library | ||
| New England College of Optometry | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| College of Our Lady of the Elms | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 5 selected colleges, 2 schools are member of NAA, and 2 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amherst College | NAA, NCAA | New England Small College Ath Conf | New England Small College Ath Conf | New England Small College Ath Conf | 14 athletic programs |
| Episcopal Divinity School | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 06/30/2017) | ||||
| MGH Institute of Health Professions | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| New England College of Optometry | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| College of Our Lady of the Elms | NAA, NCAA | - | Great Northeast Athletic Conference | Great Northeast Athletic Conference | 10 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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amherst College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Episcopal Divinity School | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 06/30/2017) | ||||||
| MGH Institute of Health Professions | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| New England College of Optometry | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ||
| College of Our Lady of the Elms | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs