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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drake University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,758) | ✔ ($5,256) |
| Grand View University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (894) | ✔ ($5,206) |
| Grinnell College | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,419) | ✔ ($7,940) |
| Luther College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,156) | ✔ ($5,650) |
| Des Moines University-Osteopathic Medical Center | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Wartburg Theological Seminary | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (44) | ✔ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drake University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Grand View University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Grinnell College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Luther College | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Des Moines University-Osteopathic Medical Center | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Wartburg Theological Seminary | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | 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, 3 schools are member of NCAA, and 1 schools are member of NAIA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drake University | NAA, NCAA | Pioneer Football League | Missouri Valley Conference | - | 9 athletic programs |
| Grand View University | NAA, NAIA | Heart of America Athletic Conference | Heart of America Athletic Conference | Heart of America Athletic Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| Grinnell College | NAA, NCAA | Midwest Conference | Midwest Conference | Midwest Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| Luther College | NAA, NCAA | Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conf | Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conf | Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conf | 11 athletic programs |
| Des Moines University-Osteopathic Medical Center | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Wartburg Theological Seminary | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drake University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Grand View University | Evangelical Lutheran Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Grinnell College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Luther College | Evangelical Lutheran Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Des Moines University-Osteopathic Medical Center | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Wartburg Theological Seminary | Evangelical Lutheran Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs