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 2024-2025.
| Name | Online Class | ROTC | Teacher Cert. | Study Abroad | Weekend/ Evening College | Campus Housing* | Meal Plan** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midwestern University-Downers Grove | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (179) | ✔ |
| Illinois College of Optometry | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (200) | ✔ |
| McKendree University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,052) | ✔ ($6,120) |
| National Louis University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Quincy University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (745) | ✔ |
| NorthShore University HealthSystem School of Nurse Anesthesia | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midwestern University-Downers Grove | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Illinois College of Optometry | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| McKendree University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| National Louis University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Quincy University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| NorthShore University HealthSystem School of Nurse Anesthesia | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 2 schools are NAA members, and 2 schools are NCAA members.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midwestern University-Downers Grove | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Illinois College of Optometry | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| McKendree University | NAA, NCAA | Great Lakes Valley Conference | Great Lakes Valley Conference | Great Lakes Valley Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| National Louis University | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Quincy University | NAA, NCAA | Great Lakes Valley Conference | Great Lakes Valley Conference | Great Lakes Valley Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| NorthShore University HealthSystem School of Nurse Anesthesia | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midwestern University-Downers Grove | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Illinois College of Optometry | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| McKendree University | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| National Louis University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Quincy University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| NorthShore University HealthSystem School of Nurse Anesthesia | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs