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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancaster Bible College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (450) | ✔ ($5,450) |
| Lehigh University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,952) | ✔ ($6,540) |
| Messiah University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,403) | ✔ ($5,410) |
| Jefferson (Philadelphia University + Thomas Jefferson University) | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||||
| Reconstructionist Rabbinical College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancaster Bible College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Lehigh University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library | ||
| Messiah University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Jefferson (Philadelphia University + Thomas Jefferson University) | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||||
| Reconstructionist Rabbinical College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | 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, 3 schools are member of NCAA, and 1 schools are member of NCCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancaster Bible College | NAA, NCAA, NCCAA | - | 8 athletic programs | ||
| Lehigh University | NAA, NCAA | Patriot League | Patriot League | Patriot League | 15 athletic programs |
| Messiah University | NAA, NCAA | - | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | 14 athletic programs |
| Jefferson (Philadelphia University + Thomas Jefferson University) | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||
| Reconstructionist Rabbinical College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
NCCAA: National Christian 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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancaster Bible College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Lehigh University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Messiah University | Interdenominational | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Jefferson (Philadelphia University + Thomas Jefferson University) | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||||
| Reconstructionist Rabbinical College | Jewish | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ||
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs