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) |
| University of Chicago | Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (4,573) | ✔ |
| Illinois Wesleyan University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,308) | ✔ ($4,644) |
| Knox College | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,150) | ✔ ($5,235) |
| Northwestern University | Under, Grad | NAVY | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (4,456) | ✔ ($7,692) |
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 |
| University of Chicago | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Illinois Wesleyan University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Knox College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Northwestern University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 5 selected colleges, 4 schools are member of NAA, and 4 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School of the Art Institute of Chicago | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| University of Chicago | NAA, NCAA | Midwest Conference | University Athletic Association | Midwest Conference | 10 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 |
| Knox College | NAA, NCAA | Midwest Conference | Midwest Conference | Midwest Conference | 13 athletic programs |
| Northwestern University | NAA, NCAA | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | 14 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 | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| University of Chicago | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Illinois Wesleyan University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Knox College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Northwestern University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs