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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blessing Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Loyola University Chicago | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (4,846) | ✔ ($5,830) |
| McKendree University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,052) | ✔ ($6,120) |
| Rockford University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (439) | ✔ ($4,540) |
| Christian Life College | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||||
| Columbia College - Elgin | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | |
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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blessing Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library | ||
| Loyola University Chicago | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| McKendree University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Rockford University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Christian Life College | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||||
| Columbia College - Elgin | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 3 schools are member of NAA, and 3 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blessing Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Loyola University Chicago | NAA, NCAA | - | Atlantic 10 Conference | - | 6 athletic programs |
| McKendree University | NAA, NCAA | Great Lakes Valley Conference | Great Lakes Valley Conference | Great Lakes Valley Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| Rockford University | NAA, NCAA | Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| Christian Life College | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||
| Columbia College - Elgin | 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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blessing Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ||
| Loyola University Chicago | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ||
| McKendree University | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Rockford University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Christian Life College | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||||
| Columbia College - Elgin | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs