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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Academy of Vocal Arts | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Grove City College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,252) | ✔ |
| Holy Family University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (259) | ✔ ($7,300) |
| Thiel College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (906) | ✔ |
| University of Valley Forge | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (654) | ✔ ($4,970) |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Academy of Vocal Arts | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Grove City College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Holy Family University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Thiel College | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| University of Valley Forge | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | 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, 4 schools are member of NAA, and 4 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Academy of Vocal Arts | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Grove City College | NAA, NCAA | Presidents' Athletic Conference | Presidents' Athletic Conference | Presidents' Athletic Conference | - |
| Holy Family University | NAA, NCAA | - | - | 9 athletic programs | |
| Thiel College | NAA, NCAA | Presidents' Athletic Conference | Presidents' Athletic Conference | Presidents' Athletic Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| University of Valley Forge | NAA, NCAA | - | 7 athletic programs | ||
| Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Academy of Vocal Arts | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Grove City College | Undenominational | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Holy Family University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Thiel College | Evangelical Lutheran Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| University of Valley Forge | Assemblies of God Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs