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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Briar Cliff University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (540) | ✔ ($5,604) |
| Divine Word College | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (150) | ✔ |
| Grand View University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (894) | ✔ ($5,206) |
| Morningside University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (860) | ✔ ($4,940) |
| Mount Mercy University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (570) | ✔ |
| St Luke's 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Briar Cliff University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Divine Word College | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Grand View University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Morningside University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Mount Mercy University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| St Luke's College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 4 schools are member of NAA, and 4 schools are member of NAIA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Briar Cliff University | NAA, NAIA | Great Plains Athletic Conference | Great Plains Athletic Conference | Great Plains Athletic Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| Divine Word College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Grand View University | NAA, NAIA | Heart of America Athletic Conference | Heart of America Athletic Conference | Heart of America Athletic Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| Morningside University | NAA, NAIA | Great Plains Athletic Conference | Great Plains Athletic Conference | Great Plains Athletic Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| Mount Mercy University | NAA, NAIA | - | Heart of America Athletic Conference | Heart of America Athletic Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| St Luke's College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
NAA: National Athletic Association
NAIA: National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Briar Cliff University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Divine Word College | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Grand View University | Evangelical Lutheran Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Morningside University | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Mount Mercy University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| St Luke's College | Other Protestant | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs