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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Massachusetts-Lowell | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (4,570) | ✔ ($5,520) |
| Massachusetts College of Art and Design | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (940) | ✔ |
| Massachusetts Maritime Academy | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,420) | ✔ ($5,588) |
| Quincy College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Worcester State University | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,584) | ✔ ($4,452) |
| Northern Vermont University - Northern Essex Community College | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Massachusetts-Lowell | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Massachusetts College of Art and Design | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Massachusetts Maritime Academy | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Quincy College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Worcester State University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Northern Vermont University - Northern Essex Community College | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 4 schools are member of NAA, 3 schools are member of NCAA, and 1 schools are member of NJCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Massachusetts-Lowell | NAA, NCAA | - | America East | America East | 9 athletic programs |
| Massachusetts College of Art and Design | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Massachusetts Maritime Academy | NAA, NCAA | Massachusetts State College Ath Assoc | - | Massachusetts State College Ath Assoc | 10 athletic programs |
| Quincy College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | - |
| Worcester State University | NAA, NCAA | Massachusetts State College Ath Assoc | Massachusetts State College Ath Assoc | Massachusetts State College Ath Assoc | 14 athletic programs |
| Northern Vermont University - Northern Essex Community College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
NJCAA: National Junior 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Massachusetts-Lowell | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Massachusetts College of Art and Design | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Massachusetts Maritime Academy | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Quincy College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Worcester State University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Northern Vermont University - Northern Essex Community College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs