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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bradley University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,912) | ✔ ($5,198) |
| East-West University | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Illinois College of Optometry | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (200) | ✔ |
| North Central College | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,308) | ✔ ($4,000) |
| North Park University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (935) | ✔ ($5,430) |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bradley University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| East-West University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Illinois College of Optometry | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| North Central College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| North Park University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bradley University | NAA, NCAA | - | Missouri Valley Conference | Missouri Valley Conference | 8 athletic programs |
| East-West University | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Illinois College of Optometry | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| 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 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bradley University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| East-West University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Illinois College of Optometry | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| North Central College | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| North Park University | Evangelical Covenant Church of America | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs