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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aquinas Institute of Theology | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (816) | ✔ ($4,530) |
| Columbia College | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (545) | ✔ ($3,468) |
| Stephens College | Under, Grad | Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (539) | ✔ ($4,348) |
| The Continents States University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Graceland University - Independence | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aquinas Institute of Theology | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Columbia College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Stephens College | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| The Continents States University | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Graceland University - Independence | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aquinas Institute of Theology | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| 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 |
| Columbia College | NAA, NAIA | - | 6 athletic programs | ||
| Stephens College | NAA, NAIA | - | - | - | |
| The Continents States University | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Graceland University - Independence | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aquinas Institute of Theology | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Columbia College | Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Stephens College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| The Continents States University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Graceland University - Independence | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs