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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (757) | ✔ ($5,770) |
| Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (582) | ✔ |
| Knox College | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,150) | ✔ ($5,235) |
| Wheaton College | Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,155) | ✔ ($4,820) |
| Christian Life College | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||||
| Columbia College - Freeport | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | |
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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Knox College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Wheaton College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| Christian Life College | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||||
| Columbia College - Freeport | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora University | NAA, NCAA | Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Knox College | NAA, NCAA | Midwest Conference | Midwest Conference | Midwest Conference | 13 athletic programs |
| Wheaton College | NAA, NCAA | College Conference of Illinois and Wisc | College Conference of Illinois and Wisc | College Conference of Illinois and Wisc | 11 athletic programs |
| Christian Life College | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||
| Columbia College - Freeport | 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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ||
| Knox College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Wheaton College | Undenominational | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Christian Life College | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||||
| Columbia College - Freeport | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs