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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blessing Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Greenville University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (801) | ✔ ($4,950) |
| Illinois Wesleyan University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,308) | ✔ ($4,644) |
| Loyola University Chicago | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (4,846) | ✔ ($5,830) |
| University of St Francis | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (438) | ✔ |
| Columbia College - Elgin | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blessing Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Greenville University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Illinois Wesleyan University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Loyola University Chicago | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| University of St Francis | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Columbia College - Elgin | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 4 schools are member of NAA, 3 schools are member of NCAA, 1 schools are member of NAIA, and 1 schools are member of NCCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blessing Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Greenville University | NAA, NCAA, NCCAA | Upper Midwest Athletic Conference | 8 athletic programs | ||
| Illinois Wesleyan University | NAA, NCAA | College Conference of Illinois and Wisc | College Conference of Illinois and Wisc | College Conference of Illinois and Wisc | 11 athletic programs |
| Loyola University Chicago | NAA, NCAA | - | Atlantic 10 Conference | - | 6 athletic programs |
| University of St Francis | NAA, NAIA | Mid-States Football Association | Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference | Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| Columbia College - Elgin | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
NAIA: National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blessing Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ |
| Greenville University | Free Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Illinois Wesleyan University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Loyola University Chicago | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| University of St Francis | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Columbia College - Elgin | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs