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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allegheny College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,739) | ✔ ($6,518) |
| Swarthmore College | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,580) | ✔ ($8,922) |
| Thiel College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (906) | ✔ |
| York College of Pennsylvania | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,119) | ✔ ($5,500) |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allegheny College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Swarthmore College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Thiel College | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| York College of Pennsylvania | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | 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 5 selected colleges, all schools are member of NAA, and 4 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allegheny College | NAA, NCAA | Presidents' Athletic Conference | Presidents' Athletic Conference | Presidents' Athletic Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| Swarthmore College | NAA, NCAA | - | Centennial Conference | Centennial Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| Thiel College | NAA, NCAA | Presidents' Athletic Conference | Presidents' Athletic Conference | Presidents' Athletic Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| York College of Pennsylvania | NAA, NCAA | - | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | 14 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allegheny College | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Swarthmore College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Thiel College | Evangelical Lutheran Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| York College of Pennsylvania | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Harrisburg University of Science and Technology | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs