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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois College of Optometry | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (200) | ✔ |
| North Park University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (935) | ✔ ($5,430) |
| Saint Xavier University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (510) | ✔ ($5,160) |
| Morthland College | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||||
| Columbia College - Lake County | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | |
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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois College of Optometry | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| North Park University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Saint Xavier University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Morthland College | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||||
| Columbia College - Lake County | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | 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, 1 schools are member of NCAA, and 1 schools are member of NAIA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois College of Optometry | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| 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 |
| Saint Xavier University | NAA, NAIA | Mid-States Football Association | Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference | Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference | 8 athletic programs |
| Morthland College | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||
| Columbia College - Lake County | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
NAIA: National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois College of Optometry | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| North Park University | Evangelical Covenant Church of America | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Saint Xavier University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Morthland College | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||||
| Columbia College - Lake County | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs