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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Cross College | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (366) | ✔ |
| Oakland City University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ (380) | ✔ |
| Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (413) | ✔ ($3,620) |
| Valparaiso University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,033) | ✔ ($5,064) |
| Ottawa University-Jeffersonville | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 04/30/2017) | ||||||
| Marian University-Ancilla | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (190) | ✔ ($4,400) |
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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Cross College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Oakland City University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Valparaiso University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Ottawa University-Jeffersonville | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 04/30/2017) | ||||||
| Marian University-Ancilla | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | 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, 1 schools are member of NCAA, 3 schools are member of NAIA, 1 schools are member of NJCAA, and 1 schools are member of NCCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Cross College | NAA, NAIA | - | Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference | - | 5 athletic programs |
| Oakland City University | NAA, NAIA, NCCAA | - | 8 athletic programs | ||
| Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College | NAA, NAIA | - | - | 6 athletic programs | |
| Valparaiso University | NAA, NCAA | Pioneer Football League | Missouri Valley Conference | Missouri Valley Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| Ottawa University-Jeffersonville | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 04/30/2017) | ||||
| Marian University-Ancilla | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | - |
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
NAIA: National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
NJCAA: National Junior College Athletic Association
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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Cross College | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Oakland City University | General Baptist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Valparaiso University | Lutheran Church in America | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Ottawa University-Jeffersonville | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 04/30/2017) | ||||||
| Marian University-Ancilla | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs