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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Briar Cliff University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (540) | ✔ ($5,604) |
| Emmaus Bible College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (268) | ✔ |
| Loras College | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (975) | ✔ ($5,540) |
| Mount Mercy University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (570) | ✔ |
| Saint Ambrose University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,624) | ✔ ($4,576) |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Briar Cliff University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Emmaus Bible College | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Loras College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Mount Mercy University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Saint Ambrose University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 5 selected colleges, all schools are member of NAA, 1 schools are member of NCAA, 3 schools are member of NAIA, and 1 schools are member of NCCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Briar Cliff University | NAA, NAIA | Great Plains Athletic Conference | Great Plains Athletic Conference | Great Plains Athletic Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| Emmaus Bible College | NAA, NCCAA | - | - | - | 3 athletic programs |
| Loras College | NAA, NCAA | Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conf | Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conf | Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conf | 12 athletic programs |
| Mount Mercy University | NAA, NAIA | - | Heart of America Athletic Conference | Heart of America Athletic Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| Saint Ambrose University | NAA, NAIA | Mid-States Football Association | Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference | Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference | 12 athletic programs |
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
NAIA: National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
NCCAA: National Christian College 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Briar Cliff University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Emmaus Bible College | Plymouth Brethren | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Loras College | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Mount Mercy University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Saint Ambrose University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs