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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gratz College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Juniata College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,225) | ✔ ($6,106) |
| Mercyhurst University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,000) | ✔ ($6,920) |
| Salus University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Jefferson (Philadelphia University + Thomas Jefferson University) | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||||
| Cairn University-Langhorne | Under, Grad | Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (479) | ✔ ($5,490) |
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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gratz College | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Juniata College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Mercyhurst University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Salus University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Jefferson (Philadelphia University + Thomas Jefferson University) | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||||
| Cairn University-Langhorne | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gratz College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Juniata College | NAA, NCAA | Centennial Conference | 12 athletic programs | ||
| Mercyhurst University | NAA, NCAA | Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference | Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference | Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference | 15 athletic programs |
| Salus University | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Jefferson (Philadelphia University + Thomas Jefferson University) | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||
| Cairn University-Langhorne | NAA, NCAA, NCCAA | - | Division III Independents | Division III Independents | 8 athletic programs |
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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gratz College | Jewish | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Juniata College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Mercyhurst University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Salus University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Jefferson (Philadelphia University + Thomas Jefferson University) | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||||
| Cairn University-Langhorne | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs