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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loras College | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (975) | ✔ ($5,540) |
| Luther College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,156) | ✔ ($5,650) |
| Des Moines University-Osteopathic Medical Center | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| St Luke's College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Simpson College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,294) | ✔ ($4,974) |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loras College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Luther College | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Des Moines University-Osteopathic Medical Center | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| St Luke's College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Simpson College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 5 selected colleges, 3 schools are member of NAA, and 3 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loras College | NAA, NCAA | Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conf | Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conf | Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conf | 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 | ||||
| St Luke's College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Simpson College | NAA, NCAA | Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conf | Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conf | Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conf | 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loras College | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Luther College | Evangelical Lutheran Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Des Moines University-Osteopathic Medical Center | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| St Luke's College | Other Protestant | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Simpson College | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs