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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School of the Art Institute of Chicago | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,032) | ✔ ($2,650) |
| Augustana College | Under | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,670) | ✔ ($6,350) |
| Columbia College Chicago | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,158) | ✔ |
| McKendree University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,052) | ✔ ($6,120) |
| National University of Health Sciences | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ (145) | ✔ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School of the Art Institute of Chicago | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Augustana College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Columbia College Chicago | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| McKendree University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| National University of Health Sciences | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 5 selected colleges, 2 schools are member of NAA, and 2 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School of the Art Institute of Chicago | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Augustana College | NAA, NCAA | College Conference of Illinois and Wisc | College Conference of Illinois and Wisc | College Conference of Illinois and Wisc | 12 athletic programs |
| Columbia College Chicago | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| McKendree University | NAA, NCAA | Great Lakes Valley Conference | Great Lakes Valley Conference | Great Lakes Valley Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| National University of Health Sciences | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School of the Art Institute of Chicago | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Augustana College | Evangelical Lutheran Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Columbia College Chicago | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| McKendree University | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| National University of Health Sciences | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs