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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Forest College | Under | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,236) | ✔ ($6,164) |
| North Central College | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,308) | ✔ ($4,000) |
| North Park University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (935) | ✔ ($5,430) |
| Rush University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Erikson Institute | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Forest College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| North Central College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| North Park University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Rush University | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Erikson Institute | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 5 selected colleges, 3 schools are member of NAA, and 3 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Forest College | NAA, NCAA | Midwest Conference | Midwest Conference | - | 9 athletic programs |
| North Central College | NAA, NCAA | College Conference of Illinois and Wisc | College Conference of Illinois and Wisc | College Conference of Illinois and Wisc | 15 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 |
| Rush University | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Erikson Institute | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Forest College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| North Central College | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| North Park University | Evangelical Covenant Church of America | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Rush University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Erikson Institute | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs