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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duquesne University | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (3,552) | ✔ ($6,640) |
| Lehigh University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,952) | ✔ ($6,540) |
| Neumann University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (706) | ✔ ($6,730) |
| Robert Morris University | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,823) | ✔ ($5,710) |
| Thiel College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (906) | ✔ |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duquesne University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Lehigh University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Neumann University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Robert Morris University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Thiel College | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | 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, all schools are member of NAA, and all schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duquesne University | NAA, NCAA | Northeast Conference | Atlantic 10 Conference | - | 9 athletic programs |
| Lehigh University | NAA, NCAA | Patriot League | Patriot League | Patriot League | 15 athletic programs |
| Neumann University | NAA, NCAA | - | Atlantic East Conference | Atlantic East Conference | 13 athletic programs |
| Robert Morris University | NAA, NCAA | Big South Conference | Horizon League | - | 12 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 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duquesne University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Lehigh University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Neumann University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Robert Morris University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Thiel College | Evangelical Lutheran Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| University of Valley Forge | Assemblies of God Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs