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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (816) | ✔ ($4,530) |
| Ranken Technical College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ (200) | ✔ ($2,400) |
| Kansas City University | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| William Woods University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (741) | ✔ ($5,100) |
| Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Columbia College - Whiteman AFB | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Ranken Technical College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Kansas City University | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| William Woods University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Columbia College - Whiteman AFB | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | 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, and 2 schools are member of NAIA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences | NAA, NAIA | Heart of America Athletic Conference | Heart of America Athletic Conference | Heart of America Athletic Conference | 8 athletic programs |
| Ranken Technical College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Kansas City University | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| William Woods University | NAA, NAIA | - | 7 athletic programs | ||
| Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Columbia College - Whiteman AFB | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
NAA: National 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Ranken Technical College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Kansas City University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| William Woods University | Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Columbia College - Whiteman AFB | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs