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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (757) | ✔ ($5,770) |
| Columbia College Chicago | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,158) | ✔ |
| Illinois Wesleyan University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,308) | ✔ ($4,644) |
| Loyola University Chicago | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (4,846) | ✔ ($5,830) |
| North Park University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (935) | ✔ ($5,430) |
| Principia College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (530) | ✔ ($6,510) |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Columbia College Chicago | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Illinois Wesleyan University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Loyola University Chicago | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| North Park University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Principia 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora University | NAA, NCAA | Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| Columbia College Chicago | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| 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 |
| North Park University | NAA, NCAA | College Conference of Illinois and Wisc | College Conference of Illinois and Wisc | College Conference of Illinois and Wisc | 9 athletic programs |
| Principia College | NAA, NCAA | - | - | ||
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Columbia College Chicago | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Illinois Wesleyan University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Loyola University Chicago | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| North Park University | Evangelical Covenant Church of America | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Principia College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs