Overview
Named after President Franklin D. Roosevelt and First Lady Eleanor, Roosevelt University is a private institution in Chicago with a dedication to social justice. Roosevelt offers over 70 undergraduate majors and 15 graduate and doctoral programs at its downtown and suburban campuses. Roosevelt’s residence halls occupy the top 17 floors of the University’s Wabash Building, with panoramic views of the Chicago skyline and Lake Michigan. The Roosevelt Lakers compete on 35 athletic teams, spanning varsity, varsity reserve, intramural, and club sports. In March 2020, the Higher Learning Commission approved the integration of Roosevelt University and Robert Morris University Illinois.
Acceptance Rate:
88%
Average Net Price:
$22,749
Campus Setting:
Major city
Average GPA
3.1
Average ACT Composite
26
Average SAT Composite
1143
Virtual Tour
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $20,280 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $20,280 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $15,525 |
| Books and Supplies | $1200 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
75%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
48%
Average Aid Per Year
$24,602
48%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,329
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$18,652
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
54%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$4854
61%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,329
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
58%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$7,099
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$18,468
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$222
Students receiving federal loans
58%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,171
Average Other Loans Per Year
$15,979
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Major city
2997
Students Applied
93%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
351
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Decision Acceptance is binding so student must attend college if accepted. | November 16 | November 16 |
| Fall Regular Decision | June 15 | May 1 |
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Application Fee
$25
Fee waivers availableApplications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
5%
Submitting ACT
33%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 26
Average SAT Composite: 1143
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.1
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA
Students Enrolled By Class Rank
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
3,725
Total Number of Undergrads
2,413
0
100
40%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
52%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
11:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
110
Faculty Overview
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Major city
US States Represented
48
Countries Represented
34
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
37%
Student Organizations
43
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
0
100
13%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
Yes
0
100
23%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Lakers
School Colors
green and white
Varsity Athletics Association
NAIA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conf
Total Male Athletes
98
Total Female Athletes
111
Intramural Sports
1
Sports Club
1
Sports Team (Men)
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Track and Field
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
Roosevelt University Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$47,700
Top 5 Cities
Chicago
Los Angeles
New York
Atlanta
Phoenix
Top 5 Employers
Roosevelt University
Chicago Public Schools
Allstate
AT&T
Walgreens
Top 5 Sectors
Business Development
Education
Operations
Sales
Finance
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$18,468
Loan Default Rate
7%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$222
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingThe students ans staff are great. Everyone is friendly, and willing to help in whatever they can.
Nancy from Chicago, IL
A wide variety of students from all different backgrounds, the school is was started as a social justice establishment and (almost) keeps this up. Plenty of political science and political justice majors, while also offering a great Psychology program, and an extremely reputable Hospitality program.
Jessica from Naperville, IL
It's one of the coolest campus I've ever seen! There's a plus to it -- it's in downtown Chicago! I love the atmosphere and the people are nice.
Cianelle from Richton Park, IL
The classes are what you make of them, if you aren't trying then you won't be learning. All of my professors have been great so far!
Jocelyn from Anchorage, AK
I absolutely love attending Roosevelt University. I am a CCPA student majoring in music performance. It is a smaller school and good for people who don't require a major social scene. The classes are small in size and the administration is always helpful.
Michelle from Plainfield, IL
Roosevelt is full of friendly and open-minded professors. I am more than confident that I am receiving my money's worth in education. I have made many friends and networked thanks to Roosevelt University's vast and seemingly never ending array of helpful staff and students
Patrick from Rolling Meadows, IL
Roosevelt University has a diverse student body, experienced and knowledgeable professors that are dedicated to promoting higher education, and quality resources readily available to students. The staff works hard to provide students with timely and accurate information, ranging from Student Account information to financial aid. Lastly, the academic advisers are friendly and helpful in aiding students to select the right classes for their major which makes for an interesting and challenging personal curriculum.
Kerri from Chicago, IL
The fulltime staff members at Roosevelt University are incredible. Because of the small class sizes, courses are focused and driven. Plus, Roosevelt students are passionate about campus life, which really adds to the learning environment.
Emily from Chicago, IL
Its a nice,friendly and clean campus. And living in the city is a plus! The staff in Roosevelt help a lot in answering questions!
Dulce from Glendale Heights, IL
Roosevelt University is challenging.
Willie from Chicago, IL
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