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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gettysburg College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,304) | ✔ ($6,920) |
| Lackawanna College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (313) | ✔ ($4,300) |
| Misericordia University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (833) | ✔ ($6,520) |
| Point Park University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (998) | ✔ ($7,440) |
| Thomas Jefferson University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,080) | ✔ ($7,025) |
| Westminster College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,005) | ✔ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gettysburg College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Lackawanna College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Misericordia University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Point Park University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Thomas Jefferson University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Westminster College | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | 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, 4 schools are member of NCAA, 1 schools are member of NAIA, and 1 schools are member of NJCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gettysburg College | NAA, NCAA | Centennial Conference | Centennial Conference | Centennial Conference | 13 athletic programs |
| Lackawanna College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | 8 athletic programs |
| Misericordia University | NAA, NCAA | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | 14 athletic programs |
| Point Park University | NAA, NAIA | - | 7 athletic programs | ||
| Thomas Jefferson University | NAA, NCAA | - | - | ||
| Westminster College | NAA, NCAA | Presidents' Athletic Conference | Presidents' Athletic Conference | Presidents' Athletic Conference | 12 athletic programs |
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
NAIA: National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
NJCAA: National Junior 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gettysburg College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Lackawanna College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Misericordia University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Point Park University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Thomas Jefferson University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Westminster College | Presbyterian Church (USA) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs