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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmhurst University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (974) | ✔ ($4,726) |
| Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (72) | ✔ |
| McKendree University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,052) | ✔ ($6,120) |
| Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (75) | ✔ |
| Columbia College - Freeport | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmhurst University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| McKendree University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Columbia College - Freeport | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 5 selected colleges, 2 schools are member of NAA, and 2 schools are member of NCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmhurst University | NAA, NCAA | College Conference of Illinois and Wisc | College Conference of Illinois and Wisc | College Conference of Illinois and Wisc | 14 athletic programs |
| Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| McKendree University | NAA, NCAA | Great Lakes Valley Conference | Great Lakes Valley Conference | Great Lakes Valley Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Columbia College - Freeport | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmhurst University | United Church of Christ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago | Evangelical Lutheran Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| McKendree University | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Columbia College - Freeport | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs