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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri Valley College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,136) | ✔ ($4,900) |
| College of the Ozarks | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,443) | ✔ |
| Stephens College | Under, Grad | Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (539) | ✔ ($4,348) |
| Kansas City University | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Urshan College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (312) | ✔ |
| Columbia College - Springfield | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri Valley College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| College of the Ozarks | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Stephens College | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Kansas City University | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Urshan College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Columbia College - Springfield | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 3 schools are member of NAA, 2 schools are member of NAIA, and 1 schools are member of NCCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri Valley College | NAA, NAIA | Heart of America Athletic Conference | Heart of America Athletic Conference | Heart of America Athletic Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| College of the Ozarks | NAA, NCCAA | - | - | - | 3 athletic programs |
| Stephens College | NAA, NAIA | - | - | - | |
| Kansas City University | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Urshan College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Columbia College - Springfield | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
NAA: National 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri Valley College | Presbyterian Church (USA) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| College of the Ozarks | Evangelical Christian | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Stephens College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Kansas City University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Urshan College | Other Protestant | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Columbia College - Springfield | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs