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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Crest College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (553) | ✔ ($6,972) |
| Curtis Institute of Music | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (102) | ✔ |
| Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||||
| Mercyhurst University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,000) | ✔ ($6,920) |
| Salus University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Waynesburg University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,054) | ✔ ($5,870) |
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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Crest College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Curtis Institute of Music | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||||
| Mercyhurst University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Salus University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Waynesburg University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | 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, and 3 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Crest College | NAA, NCAA | - | - | 10 athletic programs | |
| Curtis Institute of Music | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||
| 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 | ||||
| Waynesburg University | NAA, NCAA | Presidents' Athletic Conference | Presidents' Athletic Conference | Presidents' Athletic Conference | 13 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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Crest College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Curtis Institute of Music | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||||
| Mercyhurst University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Salus University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Waynesburg University | Presbyterian Church (USA) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs