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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarke University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (581) | ✔ ($5,600) |
| Cornell College | Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,077) | ✔ ($5,860) |
| Dordt University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,200) | ✔ |
| University of Dubuque | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (930) | ✔ ($5,460) |
| Graceland University-Lamoni | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (745) | ✔ ($6,200) |
| St Luke's College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarke University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Cornell College | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Dordt University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| University of Dubuque | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Graceland University-Lamoni | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| St Luke's College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | 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, 2 schools are member of NCAA, and 3 schools are member of NAIA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarke University | NAA, NAIA | Heart of America Athletic Conference | Heart of America Athletic Conference | Heart of America Athletic Conference | 8 athletic programs |
| Cornell College | NAA, NCAA | Midwest Conference | Midwest Conference | Midwest Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| Dordt University | NAA, NAIA | Great Plains Athletic Conference | Great Plains Athletic Conference | Great Plains Athletic Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| University of Dubuque | NAA, NCAA | Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conf | Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conf | Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conf | 11 athletic programs |
| Graceland University-Lamoni | NAA, NAIA | Heart of America Athletic Conference | Heart of America Athletic Conference | Heart of America Athletic Conference | 13 athletic programs |
| St Luke's College | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarke University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Cornell College | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Dordt University | Christian Reformed Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| University of Dubuque | Presbyterian Church (USA) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Graceland University-Lamoni | Other Religion | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| St Luke's College | Other Protestant | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs