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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School of the Art Institute of Chicago | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,032) | ✔ ($2,650) |
| Blackburn College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (449) | ✔ ($3,690) |
| University of Chicago | Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (4,573) | ✔ |
| Concordia University-Chicago | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (651) | ✔ ($4,212) |
| Illinois Institute of Technology | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,722) | ✔ ($7,564) |
| Lake Forest College | Under | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,236) | ✔ ($6,164) |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School of the Art Institute of Chicago | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Blackburn College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| University of Chicago | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Concordia University-Chicago | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Illinois Institute of Technology | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Lake Forest College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | 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, and 5 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School of the Art Institute of Chicago | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Blackburn College | NAA, NCAA | - | 8 athletic programs | ||
| University of Chicago | NAA, NCAA | Midwest Conference | University Athletic Association | Midwest Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| Concordia University-Chicago | NAA, NCAA | 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 |
| Lake Forest College | NAA, NCAA | Midwest Conference | Midwest Conference | - | 9 athletic programs |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School of the Art Institute of Chicago | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Blackburn College | Presbyterian Church (USA) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| University of Chicago | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Concordia University-Chicago | Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Illinois Institute of Technology | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Lake Forest College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs