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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlow University | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (509) | ✔ ($6,300) |
| Gwynedd Mercy University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (531) | ✔ ($6,640) |
| Pennsylvania College of Art and Design | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (128) | ✔ |
| Jefferson (Philadelphia University + Thomas Jefferson University) | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||||
| Susquehanna University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,092) | ✔ ($6,740) |
| University of Valley Forge | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (654) | ✔ ($4,970) |
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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlow University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Gwynedd Mercy University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Pennsylvania College of Art and Design | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Jefferson (Philadelphia University + Thomas Jefferson University) | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||||
| Susquehanna University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library | ||
| University of Valley Forge | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | 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, 3 schools are member of NCAA, 1 schools are member of NAIA, and 1 schools are member of NSCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlow University | NAA, NAIA, NSCAA | - | - | 6 athletic programs | |
| Gwynedd Mercy University | NAA, NCAA | - | Atlantic East Conference | Atlantic East Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| Pennsylvania College of Art and Design | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Jefferson (Philadelphia University + Thomas Jefferson University) | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||
| Susquehanna University | NAA, NCAA | Centennial Conference | 12 athletic programs | ||
| University of Valley Forge | NAA, NCAA | - | 7 athletic programs | ||
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
NAIA: National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
NSCAA: National Small 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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlow University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Gwynedd Mercy University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Pennsylvania College of Art and Design | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Jefferson (Philadelphia University + Thomas Jefferson University) | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||||
| Susquehanna University | Evangelical Lutheran Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| University of Valley Forge | Assemblies of God Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs