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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Divine Word College | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (150) | ✔ |
| Maharishi International University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (906) | ✔ ($4,000) |
| Mercy College of Health Sciences | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Mount Mercy University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (570) | ✔ |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Divine Word College | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Maharishi International University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Mercy College of Health Sciences | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Mount Mercy University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | 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, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Divine Word College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Maharishi International University | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Mercy College of Health Sciences | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Mount Mercy University | NAA, NAIA | - | Heart of America Athletic Conference | Heart of America Athletic Conference | 10 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
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Divine Word College | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Maharishi International University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Mercy College of Health Sciences | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Mount Mercy University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Palmer College of Chiropractic | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Upper Iowa University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs