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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethany Lutheran College | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (548) | ✔ ($4,300) |
| Macalester College | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,349) | ✔ ($6,482) |
| Minneapolis College of Art and Design | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (313) | ✔ ($1,200) |
| Northwestern Health Sciences University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Saint Mary's University of Minnesota | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,049) | ✔ ($5,100) |
| University of St Thomas | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,840) | ✔ ($4,798) |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethany Lutheran College | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Macalester College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Minneapolis College of Art and Design | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Northwestern Health Sciences University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Saint Mary's University of Minnesota | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| University of St Thomas | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | 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, and 4 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethany Lutheran College | NAA, NCAA | - | Upper Midwest Athletic Conference | Upper Midwest Athletic Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| Macalester College | NAA, NCAA | Minnesota Intercollegiate Ath Conf | Minnesota Intercollegiate Ath Conf | Minnesota Intercollegiate Ath Conf | 12 athletic programs |
| Minneapolis College of Art and Design | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Northwestern Health Sciences University | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Saint Mary's University of Minnesota | NAA, NCAA | - | Minnesota Intercollegiate Ath Conf | Minnesota Intercollegiate Ath Conf | 10 athletic programs |
| University of St Thomas | NAA, NCAA | Pioneer Football League | The Summit League | The Summit League | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethany Lutheran College | Other Religion | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Macalester College | Presbyterian Church (USA) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Minneapolis College of Art and Design | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Northwestern Health Sciences University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Saint Mary's University of Minnesota | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| University of St Thomas | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs