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San Diego State, founded in 1897, is a public, multipurpose university. It is the oldest and largest higher education institution in the San Diego area and is among the top 20 largest universities in the nation. Since its 1897 founding as the San Diego Normal School, the institution evolved from a teachers' college, to a liberal arts college and finally to a major comprehensive university. The first doctoral degree was awarded in 1966. San Diego St U currently offers bachelor's degrees in 76 majors, 58 master's degrees and 11 doctorates. 1997 marked SDSU's centennial year, and its national reputation for excellence continues to grow. Yet it still remains one of the most affordable comprehensive universities. Students from all levels benefit from working alongside faculty as they conduct scholarly and cutting-edge research and community service in their disciplines. A variety of special programs help new freshmen and transfer students achieve both academic and personal success. The school's main quadrangle of the 300-acre campus, located in San Diego, is still surrounded by the original seven mission-styled buildings.

The University of Mary, founded in 1959, is a church-affiliated institution. Its 107-acre campus is located seven miles from downtown Bismarck. The campus, completed in 1969, contains buildings designed by Marcel Breuer.

Eastern Michigan University, founded in 1849, is a public, multipurpose university. It delivers "The Learning Edge," the valuable competencies students gain through real-world application and experimental learning. Programs are offered through the Colleges of Arts and Sciences, Business, Education, Human Services and Technology. Eastern emphasizes both relevant coursework and out-of-class experiences, thus preparing students for both gainful employment and, if desired, postgraduate study. Its 460-acre campus is located in Ypsilanti, seven miles from Ann Arbor.

Judson, founded in 1963, is a church-affiliated, liberal arts college. Its 80-acre campus is located in Elgin, 40 miles west of Chicago. Campus architecture includes brick colonial buildings.

Plymouth State, founded in 1871, is a public, multipurpose college. Its 170-acre campus is located in Plymouth, 40 miles north of Concord.

Principia, founded in 1912, is a private, church-affiliated, liberal arts college. Its 2,600-acre campus is located in Elsah, 40 miles north of St. Louis.

Minnesota State University Moorhead, formerly Moorhead State University and founded in 1885, is a public, comprehensive university. Its 116-acre campus is located in Moorhead, one mile east of Fargo, N.D.

Heidelberg, founded in 1850, is a church-affiliated, liberal arts college. Its 110-acre campus is located in Tiffin, 45 miles southeast of Toledo. Several campus buildings are listed in the National Register of Historic Places; campus architecture includes Greek Revival, Victorian Gothic, modern English Gothic, and international styles.

Evansville, founded in 1854, is a church-affiliated, liberal arts university. Its 75-acre campus is located in southwestern Indiana.

National Louis, founded in 1886, is a private, comprehensive university. Its main campus is located in Chicago.