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 2024-2025.
| Name | Online Class | ROTC | Teacher Cert. | Study Abroad | Weekend/ Evening College | Campus Housing* | Meal Plan** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alma College | Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,314) | ✔ ($5,674) |
| Calvin University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,453) | ✔ |
| Davenport University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (837) | ✔ |
| Great Lakes Christian College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (81) | ✔ |
| The University of Olivet | Under, Grad | Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (810) | ✔ |
| Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alma College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Calvin University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Davenport University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Great Lakes Christian College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| The University of Olivet | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 5 schools are NAA members, 4 schools are NCAA members, and 1 school is a member of NCCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alma College | NAA, NCAA | Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc | Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc | Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc | 16 athletic programs |
| Calvin University | NAA, NCAA | - | Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc | Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc | 10 athletic programs |
| Davenport University | NAA, NCAA | Great Lakes Intercollegiate Ath Conf | Great Lakes Intercollegiate Ath Conf | Great Lakes Intercollegiate Ath Conf | 9 athletic programs |
| Great Lakes Christian College | NAA, NCCAA | - | - | - | 2 athletic programs |
| The University of Olivet | NAA, NCAA | Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc | Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc | Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc | 14 athletic programs |
| Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alma College | Presbyterian Church (USA) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Calvin University | Christian Reformed Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Davenport University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Great Lakes Christian College | Christian Churches and Churches of Christ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| The University of Olivet | United Church of Christ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
Top Colleges By Subject
- Tightest Schools To Admit (Lowest Acceptance Rate)
- Affordable Schools To Admit (Highest Acceptance Rate)
- Most Favored Schools (Highest Yield)
- Colleges with Low Yield
- Expensive Colleges (Highest Tuition & Fees)
- Inexpensive Colleges (Lowest Tuition & Fees)
- Colleges with Most Students
- Colleges with Least Students
- Colleges with Most Online Students
- Colleges with Least Online Students
- Colleges with Highest Graduation Rates
- Colleges with Lowest Graduation Rates
- Low Student to Faculty Ratio
- High Student to Faculty Ratio
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs