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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Academy of Vocal Arts | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Elizabethtown College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,417) | ✔ ($6,360) |
| Juniata College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,225) | ✔ ($6,106) |
| Mercyhurst University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,000) | ✔ ($6,920) |
| University of the Sciences | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Academy of Vocal Arts | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Elizabethtown College | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Juniata College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Mercyhurst University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| University of the Sciences | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 5 selected colleges, 3 schools are member of NAA, and 3 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Academy of Vocal Arts | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Elizabethtown College | NAA, NCAA | - | 12 athletic programs | ||
| Juniata College | NAA, NCAA | Centennial Conference | 12 athletic programs | ||
| Mercyhurst University | NAA, NCAA | Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference | Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference | Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference | 15 athletic programs |
| University of the Sciences | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Academy of Vocal Arts | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Elizabethtown College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Juniata College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Mercyhurst University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| University of the Sciences | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs