Special Learning Opportunity
The following table compares the special learning opportunities between best Paleontology schools 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.
| Rank | Name | Online Class | ROTC | Teacher Cert. | Study Abroad | Weekend/ Evening College | Campus Housing* | Meal Plan** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Chicago | Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (4,573) | ✔ |
| 2 | University of California-Berkeley | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (9,765) | ✔ |
| 3 | University of Michigan-Ann Arbor | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (11,493) | ✔ |
| 3 | Yale University | Under, Grad | NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (5,576) | ✔ ($7,950) |
Student Services on Campus
The following table compares the on-campus students services and facilities between best Paleontology schools including Student Counseling, Employment services for current students, Placement service for program completers, On-campus daycare facility, and library information.
| Rank | Name | Career Counseling | Employment Service | Placement Service | On Campus Daycare | Library Facilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Chicago | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 2 | University of California-Berkeley | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 3 | University of Michigan-Ann Arbor | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 3 | Yale University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of best Paleontology schools. Among 4 best Paleontology schools, all schools are member of NAA, and all schools are member of NCAA.
| Rank | Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Chicago | NAA, NCAA | Midwest Conference | University Athletic Association | Midwest Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| 2 | University of California-Berkeley | NAA, NCAA | Pacific-12 Conference | Pacific-12 Conference | Pacific-12 Conference | 17 athletic programs |
| 3 | University of Michigan-Ann Arbor | NAA, NCAA | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | 17 athletic programs |
| 3 | Yale University | NAA, NCAA | Ivy League | Ivy League | Ivy League | 19 athletic programs |
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
Additional Characteristics
The following table compares and describes additional facts of best Paleontology schools including religious affiliation, specialized schools, and medical degree offer, and other facts.
| Rank | Name | Religious Affiliation | Historical Black School | Tribal School | Has Hospital | Offer Medical Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Chicago | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| 2 | University of California-Berkeley | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 3 | University of Michigan-Ann Arbor | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 3 | Yale University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs