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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concordia University-Chicago | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (651) | ✔ ($4,212) |
| Elmhurst University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (974) | ✔ ($4,726) |
| Illinois College of Optometry | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (200) | ✔ |
| Methodist College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ (78) | ✔ |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concordia University-Chicago | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Elmhurst University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Illinois College of Optometry | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Methodist College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | 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, 2 schools are member of NAA, and 2 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concordia University-Chicago | NAA, NCAA | Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| Elmhurst University | NAA, NCAA | College Conference of Illinois and Wisc | College Conference of Illinois and Wisc | College Conference of Illinois and Wisc | 14 athletic programs |
| Illinois College of Optometry | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Methodist College | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concordia University-Chicago | Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Elmhurst University | United Church of Christ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Illinois College of Optometry | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Methodist College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Erikson Institute | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs