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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dickinson College | Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,952) | ✔ ($7,718) |
| La Salle University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,962) | ✔ ($7,900) |
| Lackawanna College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (313) | ✔ ($4,300) |
| Lafayette College | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,510) | ✔ ($6,616) |
| Messiah University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,403) | ✔ ($5,410) |
| Ursinus College | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,513) | ✔ ($5,024) |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dickinson College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| La Salle University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Lackawanna College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Lafayette College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Messiah University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Ursinus College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, all schools are member of NAA, 5 schools are member of NCAA, and 1 schools are member of NJCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dickinson College | NAA, NCAA | Centennial Conference | Centennial Conference | Centennial Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| La Salle University | NAA, NCAA | - | Atlantic 10 Conference | - | 12 athletic programs |
| Lackawanna College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | 8 athletic programs |
| Lafayette College | NAA, NCAA | Patriot League | Patriot League | Patriot League | 13 athletic programs |
| Messiah University | NAA, NCAA | - | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | 14 athletic programs |
| Ursinus College | NAA, NCAA | Centennial Conference | Centennial Conference | Centennial Conference | 14 athletic programs |
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
NJCAA: National Junior College 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dickinson College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| La Salle University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Lackawanna College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Lafayette College | Presbyterian Church (USA) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Messiah University | Interdenominational | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Ursinus College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs