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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berklee College of Music | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,428) | ✔ |
| New England College of Optometry | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Northeastern University | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (11,278) | ✔ ($8,180) |
| Worcester Polytechnic Institute | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,369) | ✔ ($7,206) |
| Thomas Aquinas College - New England | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berklee College of Music | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| New England College of Optometry | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Northeastern University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Worcester Polytechnic Institute | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Thomas Aquinas College - New England | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berklee College of Music | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| New England College of Optometry | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Northeastern University | NAA, NCAA | - | Coastal Athletic Association | Coastal Athletic Association | 9 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 |
| Thomas Aquinas College - New England | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berklee College of Music | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| New England College of Optometry | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ |
| Northeastern University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Worcester Polytechnic Institute | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Thomas Aquinas College - New England | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs