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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan College of New York | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Houghton University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (978) | ✔ ($4,890) |
| Maria College of Albany | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute | ✗ | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (3,930) | ✔ ($7,610) |
| Yeshiva of Nitra Rabbinical College | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (200) | ✔ |
| Bard College - Taconic Correctional Facility | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan College of New York | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Houghton University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Maria College of Albany | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Yeshiva of Nitra Rabbinical College | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Bard College - Taconic Correctional Facility | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 2 schools are member of NAA, 2 schools are member of NCAA, and 1 schools are member of NCCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan College of New York | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Houghton University | NAA, NCAA, NCCAA | - | Empire Eight | Empire Eight | 9 athletic programs |
| Maria College of Albany | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute | NAA, NCAA | Upstate Collegiate Athletic Association | Upstate Collegiate Athletic Association | Upstate Collegiate Athletic Association | 12 athletic programs |
| Yeshiva of Nitra Rabbinical College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Bard College - Taconic Correctional Facility | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
NCCAA: National Christian 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan College of New York | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Houghton University | Wesleyan | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Maria College of Albany | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Yeshiva of Nitra Rabbinical College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Bard College - Taconic Correctional Facility | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs