Special Learning Opportunity
The following table compares the special learning opportunities between best schools in Pennsylvania 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 2024-2025.
| Rank | Name | Online Class | ROTC | Teacher Cert. | Study Abroad | Weekend/ Evening College | Campus Housing* | Meal Plan** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Pennsylvania | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (6,316) | ✔ ($6,134) |
| 2 | Swarthmore College | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,580) | ✔ ($8,922) |
| 3 | Carnegie Mellon University | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (3,587) | ✔ ($6,486) |
| 4 | Lehigh University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,952) | ✔ ($6,540) |
| 5 | Haverford College | ✗ | Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,435) | ✔ ($7,082) |
| 6 | Lafayette College | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,510) | ✔ ($6,616) |
| 7 | Villanova University | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (5,400) | ✔ ($7,500) |
| 8 | Bucknell University | ✗ | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (3,406) | ✔ ($5,868) |
| 9 | Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (14,275) | ✔ ($5,610) |
| 10 | University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (8,813) | ✔ ($5,130) |
Student Services on Campus
The following table compares the on-campus students services and facilities between best schools in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 2 | Swarthmore College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 3 | Carnegie Mellon University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 4 | Lehigh University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 5 | Haverford College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 6 | Lafayette College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 7 | Villanova University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 8 | Bucknell University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 9 | Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 10 | University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of best schools in Pennsylvania. Among 10 best schools in Pennsylvania, all schools are NAA members, and all schools are NCAA members.
| Rank | Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Pennsylvania | NAA, NCAA | Ivy League | Ivy League | Ivy League | 18 athletic programs |
| 2 | Swarthmore College | NAA, NCAA | - | Centennial Conference | Centennial Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| 3 | Carnegie Mellon University | NAA, NCAA | University Athletic Association | University Athletic Association | - | 8 athletic programs |
| 4 | Lehigh University | NAA, NCAA | Patriot League | Patriot League | Patriot League | 15 athletic programs |
| 5 | Haverford College | NAA, NCAA | - | Centennial Conference | Centennial Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| 6 | Lafayette College | NAA, NCAA | Patriot League | Patriot League | Patriot League | 13 athletic programs |
| 7 | Villanova University | NAA, NCAA | Coastal Athletic Association | Big East Conference | Big East Conference | 14 athletic programs |
| 8 | Bucknell University | NAA, NCAA | Patriot League | Patriot League | Patriot League | 15 athletic programs |
| 9 | Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus | NAA, NCAA | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | 16 athletic programs |
| 10 | University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus | NAA, NCAA | Atlantic Coast Conference | Atlantic Coast Conference | Atlantic Coast Conference | 11 athletic programs |
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
Additional Characteristics
The following table compares and describes additional facts of best schools in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 2 | Swarthmore College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 3 | Carnegie Mellon University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 4 | Lehigh University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 5 | Haverford College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 6 | Lafayette College | Presbyterian Church (USA) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 7 | Villanova University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 8 | Bucknell University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 9 | Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 10 | University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
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