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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cornell College | Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,077) | ✔ ($5,860) |
| Divine Word College | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (150) | ✔ |
| Drake University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,758) | ✔ ($5,256) |
| Iowa Wesleyan University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (569) | ✔ ($6,930) |
| Mount Mercy University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (570) | ✔ |
| William Penn University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ (856) | ✔ ($4,170) |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cornell College | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Divine Word College | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Drake University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Iowa Wesleyan University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Mount Mercy University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| William Penn University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 5 schools are member of NAA, 2 schools are member of NCAA, and 3 schools are member of NAIA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cornell College | NAA, NCAA | Midwest Conference | Midwest Conference | Midwest Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| Divine Word College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Drake University | NAA, NCAA | Pioneer Football League | Missouri Valley Conference | - | 9 athletic programs |
| Iowa Wesleyan University | NAA, NAIA | North Star Athletic Association | Continental Athletic Conference | Continental Athletic Conference | 8 athletic programs |
| Mount Mercy University | NAA, NAIA | - | Heart of America Athletic Conference | Heart of America Athletic Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| William Penn University | NAA, NAIA | Heart of America Athletic Conference | Heart of America Athletic Conference | Heart of America Athletic Conference | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cornell College | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Divine Word College | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Drake University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Iowa Wesleyan University | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Mount Mercy University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| William Penn University | Friends | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs