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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clark College | Under, Grad | Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Lower Columbia College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Tacoma Community College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Washington State University | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (6,734) | ✔ ($4,450) |
| Western Washington University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (4,196) | ✔ |
| Washington State University-Spokane | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clark College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Lower Columbia College | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Tacoma Community College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Washington State University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Western Washington University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Washington State University-Spokane | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | 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 2 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clark College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Lower Columbia College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Tacoma Community College | NAA | - | - | - | 4 athletic programs |
| Washington State University | NAA, NCAA | Pacific-12 Conference | Pacific-12 Conference | Pacific-12 Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| Western Washington University | NAA, NCAA | - | Great Northwest Athletic Conference | - | 7 athletic programs |
| Washington State University-Spokane | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clark College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Lower Columbia College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Tacoma Community College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Washington State University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Western Washington University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Washington State University-Spokane | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs