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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calumet College of Saint Joseph | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (107) | ✔ ($3,000) |
| Franklin College | ✗ | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (694) | ✔ ($4,975) |
| Saint Mary's College | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,395) | ✔ |
| Saint Meinrad School of Theology | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ (97) | ✔ |
| Valparaiso University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,033) | ✔ ($5,064) |
| Columbia College - Grissom ARB | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calumet College of Saint Joseph | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Franklin College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Saint Mary's College | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Saint Meinrad School of Theology | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Valparaiso University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Columbia College - Grissom ARB | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | 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, 3 schools are member of NCAA, and 1 schools are member of NAIA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calumet College of Saint Joseph | NAA, NAIA | - | Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference | Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| Franklin College | NAA, NCAA | Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference | Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference | Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| Saint Mary's College | NAA, NCAA | - | Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc | - | - |
| Saint Meinrad School of Theology | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Valparaiso University | NAA, NCAA | Pioneer Football League | Missouri Valley Conference | Missouri Valley Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| Columbia College - Grissom ARB | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
NAIA: National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calumet College of Saint Joseph | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Franklin College | American Baptist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Saint Mary's College | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Saint Meinrad School of Theology | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Valparaiso University | Lutheran Church in America | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Columbia College - Grissom ARB | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs