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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackburn College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (449) | ✔ ($3,690) |
| Columbia College Chicago | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,158) | ✔ |
| Benedictine University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (522) | ✔ ($3,570) |
| Illinois Institute of Technology | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,722) | ✔ ($7,564) |
| St. John's College-Department of Nursing | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackburn College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Columbia College Chicago | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Benedictine University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Illinois Institute of Technology | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| St. John's College-Department of Nursing | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 5 selected colleges, 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackburn College | NAA, NCAA | - | 8 athletic programs | ||
| Columbia College Chicago | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Benedictine University | NAA, NCAA, NAIA | Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| Illinois Institute of Technology | NAA, NCAA | - | Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| St. John's College-Department of Nursing | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackburn College | Presbyterian Church (USA) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Columbia College Chicago | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Benedictine University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Illinois Institute of Technology | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| St. John's College-Department of Nursing | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs