Special Learning Opportunity
The following table compares the special learning opportunities between best schools in Illinois 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.
| Rank | Name | Online Class | ROTC | Teacher Cert. | Study Abroad | Weekend/ Evening College | Campus Housing* | Meal Plan** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Chicago | Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (4,573) | ✔ |
| 2 | Northwestern University | Under, Grad | NAVY | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (4,456) | ✔ ($7,692) |
| 3 | Principia College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (530) | ✔ ($6,510) |
| 4 | University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (15,648) | ✔ |
| 5 | Illinois Institute of Technology | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,722) | ✔ ($7,564) |
| 6 | Wheaton College | Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,155) | ✔ ($4,820) |
| 7 | Loyola University Chicago | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (4,846) | ✔ ($5,830) |
| 8 | Illinois Wesleyan University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,308) | ✔ ($4,644) |
| 9 | Lewis University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,061) | ✔ ($4,606) |
| 10 | Bradley University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,912) | ✔ ($5,198) |
Student Services on Campus
The following table compares the on-campus students services and facilities between best schools in Illinois including Student Counseling, Employment services for current students, Placement service for program completers, On-campus daycare facility, and library information.
| Rank | Name | Career Counseling | Employment Service | Placement Service | On Campus Daycare | Library Facilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Chicago | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 2 | Northwestern University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 3 | Principia College | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 4 | University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 5 | Illinois Institute of Technology | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 6 | Wheaton College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 7 | Loyola University Chicago | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 8 | Illinois Wesleyan University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 9 | Lewis University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 10 | Bradley University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of best schools in Illinois. Among 10 best schools in Illinois, all schools are NAA members, and all schools are NCAA members.
| Rank | Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Chicago | NAA, NCAA | Midwest Conference | University Athletic Association | Midwest Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| 2 | Northwestern University | NAA, NCAA | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | 14 athletic programs |
| 3 | Principia College | NAA, NCAA | - | - | ||
| 4 | University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | NAA, NCAA | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| 5 | Illinois Institute of Technology | NAA, NCAA | - | Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| 6 | Wheaton College | NAA, NCAA | College Conference of Illinois and Wisc | College Conference of Illinois and Wisc | College Conference of Illinois and Wisc | 11 athletic programs |
| 7 | Loyola University Chicago | NAA, NCAA | - | Atlantic 10 Conference | - | 6 athletic programs |
| 8 | Illinois Wesleyan University | NAA, NCAA | College Conference of Illinois and Wisc | College Conference of Illinois and Wisc | College Conference of Illinois and Wisc | 11 athletic programs |
| 9 | Lewis University | NAA, NCAA | - | Great Lakes Valley Conference | Great Lakes Valley Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| 10 | Bradley University | NAA, NCAA | - | Missouri Valley Conference | Missouri Valley Conference | 8 athletic programs |
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
Additional Characteristics
The following table compares and describes additional facts of best schools in Illinois including religious affiliation, specialized schools, and medical degree offer, and other facts.
| Rank | Name | Religious Affiliation | Historical Black School | Tribal School | Has Hospital | Offer Medical Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Chicago | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| 2 | Northwestern University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| 3 | Principia College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 4 | University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| 5 | Illinois Institute of Technology | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 6 | Wheaton College | Undenominational | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 7 | Loyola University Chicago | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| 8 | Illinois Wesleyan University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 9 | Lewis University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 10 | Bradley University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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