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) |
| Hampshire College | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,180) | ✔ ($5,912) |
| Lasell University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,325) | ✔ |
| 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) |
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 |
| Hampshire College | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Lasell University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Western New England University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Worcester Polytechnic Institute | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 5 selected colleges, all schools are member of NAA, 4 schools are member of NCAA, and 1 schools are member of NSCAA.
| 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 |
| Hampshire College | NAA, NSCAA | - | - | - | 3 athletic programs |
| Lasell University | NAA, NCAA | - | Great Northeast Athletic Conference | Great Northeast Athletic Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| 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 |
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
NSCAA: National Small College 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 | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Hampshire College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Lasell University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Western New England University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Worcester Polytechnic Institute | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs