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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago State University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (250) | ✔ ($6,000) |
| University of Illinois Chicago | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (3,289) | ✔ ($4,895) |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (15,648) | ✔ |
| Southern Illinois University-Carbondale | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (4,492) | ✔ ($4,330) |
| Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (3,002) | ✔ ($5,070) |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago State University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| University of Illinois Chicago | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Southern Illinois University-Carbondale | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | 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 NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago State University | NAA, NCAA | - | Western Athletic Conference | - | 6 athletic programs |
| University of Illinois Chicago | NAA, NCAA | - | Missouri Valley Conference | Missouri Valley Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | NAA, NCAA | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| Southern Illinois University-Carbondale | NAA, NCAA | Missouri Valley Conference | Missouri Valley Conference | Missouri Valley Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville | NAA, NCAA | - | Ohio Valley Conference | Ohio Valley Conference | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago State University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| University of Illinois Chicago | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Southern Illinois University-Carbondale | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs