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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (757) | ✔ ($5,770) |
| DePaul University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,719) | ✔ ($4,716) |
| Eureka College | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (466) | ✔ ($5,410) |
| Illinois Wesleyan University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,308) | ✔ ($4,644) |
| NorthShore University HealthSystem School of Nurse Anesthesia | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Columbia College - Crystal Lake Campus | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| DePaul University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Eureka College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Illinois Wesleyan University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| NorthShore University HealthSystem School of Nurse Anesthesia | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Columbia College - Crystal Lake Campus | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | 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 NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora University | NAA, NCAA | Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| DePaul University | NAA, NCAA | - | Big East Conference | - | 7 athletic programs |
| Eureka College | NAA, NCAA | Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | 10 athletic programs | ||
| Illinois Wesleyan University | NAA, NCAA | College Conference of Illinois and Wisc | College Conference of Illinois and Wisc | College Conference of Illinois and Wisc | 11 athletic programs |
| NorthShore University HealthSystem School of Nurse Anesthesia | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Columbia College - Crystal Lake Campus | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| DePaul University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Eureka College | Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Illinois Wesleyan University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| NorthShore University HealthSystem School of Nurse Anesthesia | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Columbia College - Crystal Lake Campus | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs