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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gordon College | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,268) | ✔ ($4,440) |
| Merrimack College | Under, Grad | Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,874) | ✔ ($7,967) |
| College of Our Lady of the Elms | Under, Grad | Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (417) | ✔ |
| Wheaton College (Massachusetts) | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,768) | ✔ ($6,950) |
| Springfield College-Regional, Online, and Continuing Education | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gordon College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Merrimack College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| College of Our Lady of the Elms | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Wheaton College (Massachusetts) | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Springfield College-Regional, Online, and Continuing Education | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gordon College | NAA, NCAA | - | Commonwealth Coast Conference | Commonwealth Coast Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| Merrimack College | NAA, NCAA | Northeast Conference | Northeast Conference | Northeast Conference | 14 athletic programs |
| College of Our Lady of the Elms | NAA, NCAA | - | Great Northeast Athletic Conference | Great Northeast Athletic Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| Wheaton College (Massachusetts) | NAA, NCAA | - | New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference | New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| Springfield College-Regional, Online, and Continuing Education | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gordon College | Interdenominational | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Merrimack College | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| College of Our Lady of the Elms | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Wheaton College (Massachusetts) | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Springfield College-Regional, Online, and Continuing Education | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs