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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Mason University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (6,354) | ✔ ($5,310) |
| Liberty University | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (8,823) | ✔ ($4,940) |
| Northern Virginia Community College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (10,300) | ✔ ($5,456) |
| Virginia Commonwealth University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (5,702) | ✔ ($6,168) |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Mason University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Liberty University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Northern Virginia Community College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Virginia Commonwealth University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 5 selected colleges, all schools are member of NAA, 4 schools are member of NCAA, and 1 schools are member of NJCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Mason University | NAA, NCAA | - | Atlantic 10 Conference | Atlantic 10 Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| Liberty University | NAA, NCAA | Division I-A Independents | Atlantic Sun Conference | Atlantic Sun Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| Northern Virginia Community College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | 5 athletic programs |
| Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University | NAA, NCAA | Atlantic Coast Conference | Atlantic Coast Conference | Atlantic Coast Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| Virginia Commonwealth University | NAA, NCAA | - | Atlantic 10 Conference | Atlantic 10 Conference | 8 athletic programs |
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Mason University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Liberty University | Evangelical Christian | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Northern Virginia Community College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Virginia Commonwealth University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs