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) | ✔ |
| Gratz College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Lackawanna College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (313) | ✔ ($4,300) |
| Messiah University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,403) | ✔ ($5,410) |
| Muhlenberg College | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,882) | ✔ ($6,130) |
| University of Scranton | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,590) | ✔ ($6,846) |
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 |
| Gratz College | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Lackawanna College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Messiah University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Muhlenberg College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| University of Scranton | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | 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, 4 schools are member of NCAA, and 1 schools are member of NJCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryn Athyn College of the New Church | NAA, NCAA | - | - | 6 athletic programs | |
| Gratz College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Lackawanna College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | 8 athletic programs |
| Messiah University | NAA, NCAA | - | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | 14 athletic programs |
| Muhlenberg College | NAA, NCAA | Centennial Conference | Centennial Conference | Centennial Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| University of Scranton | NAA, NCAA | - | 12 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryn Athyn College of the New Church | Other Religion | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Gratz College | Jewish | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Lackawanna College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Messiah University | Interdenominational | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Muhlenberg College | Evangelical Lutheran Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| University of Scranton | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs