Yeshiva University (YU) is a private Jewish research university combining Jewish scholarship with academic excellence across liberal arts, sciences, medicine, law, business, social work, psychology, and education. Founded with roots in Talmudic study, it now includes undergraduate schools (like Yeshiva College, Stern College for Women, and Sy Syms School of Business) and multiple graduate/professional schools such as Cardozo School of Law, Katz School of Science and Health, Wurzweiler School of Social Work, Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology, and affiliates like Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Instruction and scholarship blend secular and Jewish learning.

Hiram College is a private liberal arts college offering undergraduate programs with a strong emphasis on personalized education. It focuses on critical thinking, interdisciplinary learning, and close faculty-student interaction. The college promotes leadership, research, and experiential learning opportunities.

Lycoming College is a private liberal arts college in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, USA, offering undergraduate programs in arts, sciences and professional fields with a focus on personalized education and student engagement. Founded in 1812, it features small class sizes, strong faculty interaction, and a tight-knit campus community. The college emphasizes experiential learning, internships, and career preparation.

Oklahoma City University (OCU) is a private, nonprofit university established by the United Methodist Church and located on a scenic 104-acre campus in the heart of Oklahoma City. It offers more than 70 undergraduate majors and 20 graduate programs, including arts & sciences, business, nursing, law, performing arts, and health professions. OCU emphasizes personalized attention with small class sizes (student-to-faculty ratio ~11:1), global opportunities, leadership development, and a strong tradition in the performing arts and professional education.

Ohio Wesleyan University (OWU) is a private liberal arts university affiliated historically with the United Methodist Church. Founded in the 19th century, it offers a broad liberal arts curriculum with more than 70 undergraduate majors including sciences, humanities, business, and social sciences, and is known for personalized teaching, study abroad programs, research opportunities, and strong alumni outcomes. OWU is a member of the Five Colleges of Ohio and competes in NCAA Division III athletics.

The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor (UMHB) is a private, nonprofit Christian university offering undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs. Founded as an educational institution in 1845, it?s one of the oldest colleges in Texas. UMHB emphasizes liberal arts, nursing, business, education, and sciences with a focus on faith-based learning and community engagement.