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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln College | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | |
| Methodist College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ (78) | ✔ |
| Rockford University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (439) | ✔ ($4,540) |
| University of Saint Mary of the Lake | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (250) | ✔ ($5,522) |
| Columbia College - Freeport | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | |
| Columbia College - Elgin | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln College | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Methodist College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Rockford University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| University of Saint Mary of the Lake | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Columbia College - Freeport | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Columbia College - Elgin | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 1 schools are member of NAA, and 1 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Methodist College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Rockford University | NAA, NCAA | Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| University of Saint Mary of the Lake | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Columbia College - Freeport | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Columbia College - Elgin | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Methodist College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Rockford University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| University of Saint Mary of the Lake | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Columbia College - Freeport | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Columbia College - Elgin | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs