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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryn Athyn College of the New Church | Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (299) | ✔ |
| Bucknell University | ✗ | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (3,406) | ✔ ($5,868) |
| La Salle University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,962) | ✔ ($7,900) |
| Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||||
| Mercyhurst University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,000) | ✔ ($6,920) |
| Harrisburg University of Science and Technology | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ (400) | ✔ |
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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryn Athyn College of the New Church | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Bucknell University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| La Salle University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||||
| Mercyhurst University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Harrisburg University of Science and Technology | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 5 schools are member of NAA, and 4 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryn Athyn College of the New Church | NAA, NCAA | - | - | 6 athletic programs | |
| Bucknell University | NAA, NCAA | Patriot League | Patriot League | Patriot League | 15 athletic programs |
| La Salle University | NAA, NCAA | - | Atlantic 10 Conference | - | 12 athletic programs |
| Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||
| Mercyhurst University | NAA, NCAA | Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference | Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference | Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference | 15 athletic programs |
| Harrisburg University of Science and Technology | NAA | - | - | - | - |
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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryn Athyn College of the New Church | Other Religion | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Bucknell University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| La Salle University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||||
| Mercyhurst University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Harrisburg University of Science and Technology | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs