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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earlham College | Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (987) | ✔ ($5,874) |
| Indiana Institute of Technology | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (686) | ✔ ($4,392) |
| Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (413) | ✔ ($3,620) |
| Taylor University | Under | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,585) | ✔ ($5,258) |
| Valparaiso University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,033) | ✔ ($5,064) |
| Horizon University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earlham College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Indiana Institute of Technology | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Taylor University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Valparaiso University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Horizon 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earlham College | NAA, NCAA | Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference | Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference | Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| Indiana Institute of Technology | NAA, NAIA | - | 11 athletic programs | ||
| Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College | NAA, NAIA | - | - | 6 athletic programs | |
| Taylor University | NAA, NAIA | Mid-States Football Association | 10 athletic programs | ||
| Valparaiso University | NAA, NCAA | Pioneer Football League | Missouri Valley Conference | Missouri Valley Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| Horizon University | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earlham College | Friends | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Indiana Institute of Technology | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Taylor University | Interdenominational | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Valparaiso University | Lutheran Church in America | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Horizon University | Other Religion | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs