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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curtis Institute of Music | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (102) | ✔ |
| Geneva College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (967) | ✔ ($5,190) |
| Mercyhurst University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,000) | ✔ ($6,920) |
| Messiah University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,403) | ✔ ($5,410) |
| Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (21) | ✔ |
| Pittsburgh Theological Seminary | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ (90) | ✔ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curtis Institute of Music | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Geneva College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Mercyhurst University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Messiah University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Pittsburgh Theological Seminary | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 3 schools are member of NAA, and 3 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curtis Institute of Music | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Geneva College | NAA, NCAA | Presidents' Athletic Conference | Presidents' Athletic Conference | Presidents' Athletic Conference | 8 athletic programs |
| Mercyhurst University | NAA, NCAA | Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference | Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference | Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference | 15 athletic programs |
| Messiah University | NAA, NCAA | - | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | 14 athletic programs |
| Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Pittsburgh Theological Seminary | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curtis Institute of Music | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Geneva College | Reformed Presbyterian Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Mercyhurst University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Messiah University | Interdenominational | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Pittsburgh Theological Seminary | Presbyterian Church (USA) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs