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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (816) | ✔ ($4,530) |
| Evangel University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,454) | ✔ ($4,610) |
| Park University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (524) | ✔ ($3,770) |
| Bolivar Technical College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Graceland University - Independence | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | |
| Columbia College - Fort Leonard Wood | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Evangel University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Park University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Bolivar Technical College | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Graceland University - Independence | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Columbia College - Fort Leonard Wood | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | 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, and 3 schools are member of NAIA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences | NAA, NAIA | Heart of America Athletic Conference | Heart of America Athletic Conference | Heart of America Athletic Conference | 8 athletic programs |
| Evangel University | NAA, NAIA | Heart of America Athletic Conference | Heart of America Athletic Conference | Heart of America Athletic Conference | 8 athletic programs |
| Park University | NAA, NAIA | - | Heart of America Athletic Conference | Heart of America Athletic Conference | 7 athletic programs |
| Bolivar Technical College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Graceland University - Independence | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Columbia College - Fort Leonard Wood | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
NAA: National 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Evangel University | Assemblies of God Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Park University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Bolivar Technical College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Graceland University - Independence | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Columbia College - Fort Leonard Wood | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs