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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (15,648) | ✔ |
| Northern Illinois University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (4,500) | ✔ |
| Northeastern Illinois University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (426) | ✔ |
| Southern Illinois University-Carbondale | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (4,492) | ✔ ($4,330) |
| Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (3,002) | ✔ ($5,070) |
| Western Illinois University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (3,083) | ✔ ($4,072) |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Northern Illinois University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Northeastern Illinois University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Southern Illinois University-Carbondale | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Western Illinois University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 5 schools are member of NAA, and 5 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | NAA, NCAA | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| Northern Illinois University | NAA, NCAA | Mid-American Conference | Mid-American Conference | Mid-American Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| Northeastern Illinois University | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Southern Illinois University-Carbondale | NAA, NCAA | Missouri Valley Conference | Missouri Valley Conference | Missouri Valley Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville | NAA, NCAA | - | Ohio Valley Conference | Ohio Valley Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| Western Illinois University | NAA, NCAA | Missouri Valley Conference | The Summit League | The Summit League | 10 athletic programs |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Northern Illinois University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Northeastern Illinois University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Southern Illinois University-Carbondale | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Western Illinois University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs