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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harrisburg Area Community College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Lehigh Carbon Community College | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Northampton County Area Community College | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (575) | ✔ ($3,830) |
| Community College of Philadelphia | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Northern Pennsylvania Regional College | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harrisburg Area Community College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Lehigh Carbon Community College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Northampton County Area Community College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Community College of Philadelphia | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Northern Pennsylvania Regional College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 4 schools are member of NAA, and 4 schools are member of NJCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harrisburg Area Community College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | 5 athletic programs |
| Lehigh Carbon Community College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | 6 athletic programs |
| Northampton County Area Community College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | 9 athletic programs |
| Community College of Philadelphia | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | 5 athletic programs |
| Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Northern Pennsylvania Regional College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
NAA: National 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harrisburg Area Community College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Lehigh Carbon Community College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Northampton County Area Community College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Community College of Philadelphia | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Northern Pennsylvania Regional College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs