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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allen College | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Cornell College | Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,077) | ✔ ($5,860) |
| Drake University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,758) | ✔ ($5,256) |
| Loras College | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (975) | ✔ ($5,540) |
| Palmer College of Chiropractic | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (412) | ✔ |
| Upper Iowa University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (752) | ✔ ($5,172) |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allen College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Cornell College | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Drake University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Loras College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Palmer College of Chiropractic | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Upper Iowa University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | 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 NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allen College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Cornell College | NAA, NCAA | Midwest Conference | Midwest Conference | Midwest Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| Drake University | NAA, NCAA | Pioneer Football League | Missouri Valley Conference | - | 9 athletic programs |
| Loras College | NAA, NCAA | Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conf | Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conf | Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conf | 12 athletic programs |
| Palmer College of Chiropractic | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Upper Iowa University | NAA, NCAA | Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference | Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference | Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference | 10 athletic programs |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allen College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Cornell College | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Drake University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Loras College | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Palmer College of Chiropractic | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Upper Iowa University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs