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) |
| Boston University | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (11,649) | ✔ ($6,140) |
| Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Lesley University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (799) | ✔ ($7,210) |
| Western New England University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,150) | ✔ ($7,240) |
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 |
| Boston University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Lesley University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Western New England University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Boston University | NAA, NCAA | - | Patriot League | - | 12 athletic programs |
| Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Lesley University | NAA, NCAA | - | 9 athletic programs | ||
| Western New England University | NAA, NCAA | Commonwealth Coast Conference | Commonwealth Coast Conference | Commonwealth Coast Conference | 14 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 | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Boston University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Lesley University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Western New England University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs