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) |
| Grinnell College | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,419) | ✔ ($7,940) |
| Mercy College of Health Sciences | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Des Moines University-Osteopathic Medical Center | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Saint Ambrose University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,624) | ✔ ($4,576) |
| Wartburg College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,371) | ✔ ($4,380) |
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 |
| Grinnell College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Mercy College of Health Sciences | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Des Moines University-Osteopathic Medical Center | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Saint Ambrose University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Wartburg College | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | 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 |
| Grinnell College | NAA, NCAA | Midwest Conference | Midwest Conference | Midwest Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| Mercy College of Health Sciences | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Des Moines University-Osteopathic Medical Center | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Saint Ambrose University | NAA, NAIA | Mid-States Football Association | Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference | Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| Wartburg College | NAA, NCAA | Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conf | Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conf | Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conf | 12 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drake University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Grinnell College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Mercy College of Health Sciences | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Des Moines University-Osteopathic Medical Center | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Saint Ambrose University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Wartburg College | Evangelical Lutheran Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs