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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Chicago School of Professional Psychology at Chicago | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Columbia College Chicago | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,158) | ✔ |
| Northwestern University | Under, Grad | NAVY | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (4,456) | ✔ ($7,692) |
| Principia College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (530) | ✔ ($6,510) |
| Columbia College - Lake County | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Chicago School of Professional Psychology at Chicago | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Columbia College Chicago | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Northwestern University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Principia College | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Columbia College - Lake County | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 5 selected colleges, 2 schools are member of NAA, and 2 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Chicago School of Professional Psychology at Chicago | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Columbia College Chicago | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Northwestern University | NAA, NCAA | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | 14 athletic programs |
| Principia College | NAA, NCAA | - | - | ||
| Columbia College - Lake County | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Chicago School of Professional Psychology at Chicago | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Columbia College Chicago | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Northwestern University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Principia College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Columbia College - Lake County | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs