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 2024-2025.
| Name | Online Class | ROTC | Teacher Cert. | Study Abroad | Weekend/ Evening College | Campus Housing* | Meal Plan** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluffton University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (780) | ✔ ($6,136) |
| Heidelberg University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,000) | ✔ ($5,600) |
| John Carroll University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,507) | ✔ ($5,940) |
| Mount Vernon Nazarene University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,114) | ✔ ($3,952) |
| Tri-State Bible College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Bryant & Stratton College-Akron | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluffton University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Heidelberg University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| John Carroll University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Mount Vernon Nazarene University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Tri-State Bible College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Bryant & Stratton College-Akron | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 4 schools are NAA members, 3 schools are NCAA members, and 1 school is a member of NAIA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluffton University | NAA, NCAA | Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference | Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference | Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference | 7 athletic programs |
| Heidelberg University | NAA, NCAA | Ohio Athletic Conference | Ohio Athletic Conference | Ohio Athletic Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| John Carroll University | NAA, NCAA | Ohio Athletic Conference | Ohio Athletic Conference | Ohio Athletic Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| Mount Vernon Nazarene University | NAA, NAIA | - | 7 athletic programs | ||
| Tri-State Bible College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Bryant & Stratton College-Akron | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
NAIA: National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluffton University | Mennonite Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Heidelberg University | United Church of Christ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| John Carroll University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Mount Vernon Nazarene University | Church of the Nazarene | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Tri-State Bible College | Undenominational | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Bryant & Stratton College-Akron | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs