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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia College Chicago | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,158) | ✔ |
| Concordia University-Chicago | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (651) | ✔ ($4,212) |
| Illinois College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (909) | ✔ ($5,094) |
| VanderCook College of Music | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Columbia College - Crystal Lake Campus | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia College Chicago | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Concordia University-Chicago | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Illinois College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| VanderCook College of Music | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Columbia College - Crystal Lake Campus | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Columbia College - Lake County | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 2 schools are member of NAA, and 2 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia College Chicago | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Concordia University-Chicago | NAA, NCAA | Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| Illinois College | NAA, NCAA | Midwest Conference | Midwest Conference | Midwest Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| VanderCook College of Music | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Columbia College - Crystal Lake Campus | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia College Chicago | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Concordia University-Chicago | Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Illinois College | Presbyterian Church (USA) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| VanderCook College of Music | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Columbia College - Crystal Lake Campus | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Columbia College - Lake County | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs