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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midwestern University-Downers Grove | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (179) | ✔ |
| Eureka College | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (466) | ✔ ($5,410) |
| Northwestern University | Under, Grad | NAVY | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (4,456) | ✔ ($7,692) |
| Olivet Nazarene University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,478) | ✔ |
| Spertus College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Columbia College - Lake County | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midwestern University-Downers Grove | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Eureka College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Northwestern University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Olivet Nazarene University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Spertus College | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Columbia College - Lake County | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 3 schools are member of NAA, 2 schools are member of NCAA, 1 schools are member of NAIA, and 1 schools are member of NCCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midwestern University-Downers Grove | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Eureka College | NAA, NCAA | Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | 10 athletic programs | ||
| Northwestern University | NAA, NCAA | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | 14 athletic programs |
| Olivet Nazarene University | NAA, NAIA, NCCAA | Mid-States Football Association | Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference | Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| Spertus College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Columbia College - Lake County | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
NAIA: National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
NCCAA: National Christian 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midwestern University-Downers Grove | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Eureka College | Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Northwestern University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Olivet Nazarene University | Church of the Nazarene | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Spertus College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Columbia College - Lake County | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs