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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (816) | ✔ ($4,530) |
| Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing | Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Saint Louis Christian College | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | |
| Westminster College | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (756) | ✔ ($5,492) |
| Graceland University - Independence | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | |
| Columbia College - Springfield | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Saint Louis Christian College | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Westminster College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Graceland University - Independence | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Columbia College - Springfield | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 2 schools are member of NAA, 1 schools are member of NCAA, and 1 schools are member of NAIA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences | NAA, NAIA | Heart of America Athletic Conference | Heart of America Athletic Conference | Heart of America Athletic Conference | 8 athletic programs |
| Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Saint Louis Christian College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Westminster College | NAA, NCAA | Upper Midwest Athletic Conference | 10 athletic programs | ||
| Graceland University - Independence | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Columbia College - Springfield | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Saint Louis Christian College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Westminster College | Presbyterian Church (USA) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Graceland University - Independence | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Columbia College - Springfield | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs