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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| College of DuPage | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Kankakee Community College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Prairie State College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Spoon River College | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| College of DuPage | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Kankakee Community College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Prairie State College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Spoon River College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 5 selected colleges, all schools are member of NAA, and all schools are member of NJCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | 1 athletic programs |
| College of DuPage | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | 10 athletic programs |
| Kankakee Community College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | 5 athletic programs |
| Prairie State College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | 8 athletic programs |
| Spoon River College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | 3 athletic programs |
NAA: National Athletic Association
NJCAA: National Junior College 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| College of DuPage | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Kankakee Community College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Prairie State College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Spoon River College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs