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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Illinois College | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Lincoln Land Community College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Rend Lake College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Frontier Community College | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Illinois College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Lincoln Land Community College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Rend Lake College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Frontier Community College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 5 selected colleges, all schools are member of NAA, and all schools are member of NJCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Illinois College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | 5 athletic programs |
| City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | 1 athletic programs |
| Lincoln Land Community College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | 5 athletic programs |
| Rend Lake College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | 7 athletic programs |
| Frontier Community College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | - |
NAA: National Athletic Association
NJCAA: National Junior College 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Illinois College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Lincoln Land Community College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Rend Lake College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Frontier Community College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs