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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pepperdine University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,579) | ✔ |
| Southern California Institute of Architecture | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Whittier College | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (824) | ✔ ($6,892) |
| Minerva University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (552) | ✔ |
| University of the People | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Western Seminary-San Jose | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pepperdine University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Southern California Institute of Architecture | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Whittier College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Minerva University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| University of the People | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Western Seminary-San Jose | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | 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, and 2 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pepperdine University | NAA, NCAA | - | West Coast Conference | West Coast Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| Southern California Institute of Architecture | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Whittier College | NAA, NCAA | Southern California Intercoll Ath Conf | Southern California Intercoll Ath Conf | Southern California Intercoll Ath Conf | 13 athletic programs |
| Minerva University | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| University of the People | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Western Seminary-San Jose | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pepperdine University | Churches of Christ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Southern California Institute of Architecture | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Whittier College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Minerva University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| University of the People | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Western Seminary-San Jose | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs