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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School of the Art Institute of Chicago | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,032) | ✔ ($2,650) |
| Lake Forest College | Under | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,236) | ✔ ($6,164) |
| Olivet Nazarene University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,478) | ✔ |
| St. John's College-Department of Nursing | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| University of Saint Mary of the Lake | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (250) | ✔ ($5,522) |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School of the Art Institute of Chicago | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Lake Forest College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Olivet Nazarene University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| St. John's College-Department of Nursing | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| University of Saint Mary of the Lake | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | 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, 2 schools are member of NAA, 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School of the Art Institute of Chicago | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Lake Forest College | NAA, NCAA | Midwest Conference | Midwest Conference | - | 9 athletic programs |
| Olivet Nazarene University | NAA, NAIA, NCCAA | Mid-States Football Association | Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference | Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| St. John's College-Department of Nursing | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| University of Saint Mary of the Lake | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Columbia College - Crystal Lake Campus | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School of the Art Institute of Chicago | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Lake Forest College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Olivet Nazarene University | Church of the Nazarene | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| St. John's College-Department of Nursing | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| University of Saint Mary of the Lake | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Columbia College - Crystal Lake Campus | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs