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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (524) | ✔ ($3,770) |
| Ranken Technical College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ (200) | ✔ ($2,400) |
| Everest College-Springfield | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 06/20/2017) | ||||||
| William Jewell College | Under | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,005) | ✔ ($4,862) |
| Columbia College - Lake Ozark | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | |
| Columbia College - Rolla | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | |
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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Ranken Technical College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Everest College-Springfield | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 06/20/2017) | ||||||
| William Jewell College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Columbia College - Lake Ozark | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Columbia College - Rolla | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | 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, and 1 schools are member of NAIA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park University | NAA, NAIA | - | Heart of America Athletic Conference | Heart of America Athletic Conference | 7 athletic programs |
| Ranken Technical College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Everest College-Springfield | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 06/20/2017) | ||||
| William Jewell College | NAA, NCAA | Great Lakes Valley Conference | Great Lakes Valley Conference | Great Lakes Valley Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| Columbia College - Lake Ozark | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Columbia College - Rolla | 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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Ranken Technical College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Everest College-Springfield | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 06/20/2017) | ||||||
| William Jewell College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Columbia College - Lake Ozark | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Columbia College - Rolla | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs