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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Islamic College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (60) | ✔ |
| McKendree University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,052) | ✔ ($6,120) |
| University of Saint Mary of the Lake | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (250) | ✔ ($5,522) |
| VanderCook College of Music | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Erikson Institute | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Islamic College | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| McKendree University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| University of Saint Mary of the Lake | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| VanderCook College of Music | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Erikson Institute | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Columbia College - Elgin | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 1 schools are member of NAA, and 1 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Islamic College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| McKendree University | NAA, NCAA | Great Lakes Valley Conference | Great Lakes Valley Conference | Great Lakes Valley Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| University of Saint Mary of the Lake | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| VanderCook College of Music | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Erikson Institute | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Islamic College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| McKendree University | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| University of Saint Mary of the Lake | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| VanderCook College of Music | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Erikson Institute | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Columbia College - Elgin | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs