Roosevelt University

Roosevelt University

430 S. Michigan Ave. - Chicago, IL 60605
Great Lakes Region
City Campus Setting
Small Size
2,605 Undergrad Enrollment
11:1 Student:Faculty
Doctoral Highest Degree
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Roosevelt University
430 S. Michigan Ave. - Chicago, IL 60605
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At Roosevelt University, our award-winning faculty take pride in pushing the school's remarkably diverse students to the limits of achievement, inspiring the transformation of lives and communities through the principles of social justice. We are proudly named in honor of Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt.

Roosevelt's 2,600 undergraduates can choose from over 60 degree programs and two distinct campuses, located in downtown Chicago and suburban Schaumburg. In May 2012, a new 32-story building, the second tallest academic structure in the U.S., opened on the Chicago Campus. The top 19 floors provide 600 students with on-campus housing with stunning views of Lake Michigan. The building also includes state-of-the art science labs, classrooms, the Heller College of Business and a fitness center.  In December of 2012 the university opened the Goodman Center, a recreation and athletic facility, home to the Roosevelt Lakers.

The student-faculty ratio at Roosevelt is 11:1; over 50% of classes have 20 or fewer students. Roosevelt faculty are committed to teaching. The most popular majors include: Psychology; Biology ; Musical Theatre; Criminal Justice; and Hospitalilty & Tourism Management. Roosevelt’s acclaimed Chicago College of Performing Arts provides focused conservatory training in Music and Theatre.

In the words of Eleanor Roosevelt, the University's dedication is to "the enlightenment of the human spirit." Roosevelt's mission is not only to educate but also shape students to be socially-conscious community leaders.

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Neighborhood

Roosevelt University's downtown Chicago location on Michigan Avenue puts students in the heart of the city's cultural and commercial district, with world-class museums, theaters, and music venues within walking distance. The area offers abundant dining options ranging from casual cafes to upscale restaurants, plus easy access to shopping, bookstores, and entertainment along the iconic Michigan Avenue corridor. The vibrant urban setting provides students with genuine city living, excellent public transportation connections, and a dynamic neighborhood that blends historic architecture with modern amenities.
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Median rent nearby: ~$2,433/mo

Admissions & Enrollment

2026-27 Application Deadlines Deadline  
Rolling Admission Open Applications are reviewed as they arrive
Application deadlines are based on information from the college website or publicly available sources. Deadlines can change, so be sure to verify all deadlines with the college before applying.
  REQ Required REC Recommended CON Considered NR Not Required
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Highschool Record
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· REC = Recommended
· CON = Considered
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Standardized Tests % Submitted Score Range  
SAT 18 820 - 1090  
ACT 3 21 - 29  
Freshmen Class Total Men Women Another
Number of applicants 5,987 43 % 56 % -
Number admitted 5,644 43 % 56 % 1 %
Number enrolled 600 43 % 56 % -
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Majors & Degrees

Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies
African-American/Black Studies
Women's Studies
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences
Biomedical Sciences
Biotechnology
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Accounting
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Business Administration and Management
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Office Management and Supervision
Organizational Leadership
Project Management
Business/Commerce
Business/Corporate Communications
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
Finance
Financial Planning and Services
Hospitality Administration/Management
Human Resources Development
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration
Organizational Behavior Studies
Actuarial Science
Management Science
Marketing/Marketing Management
Real Estate
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
Mass Communication/Media Studies
Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
Journalism
Journalism
Organizational Communication
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
Information Technology
Computer Science
Data Modeling/Warehousing and Database Administration
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance
Information Science/Studies
Culinary, Entertainment, and Personal Services
Culinary Arts/Chef Training
Education
Bilingual and Multilingual Education
Education
Education
Educational Leadership and Administration
Higher Education/Higher Education Administration
Special Education and Teaching
Special Education and Teaching
College Student Counseling and Personnel Services
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Elementary Education and Teaching
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Music Teacher Education
Reading Teacher Education
Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician
English Language and Literature/Letters
English Language and Literature
Creative Writing
Health Professions and Related Programs
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
Surgical Technology/Technologist
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science and Allied Professions
Histologic Technology/Histotechnologist
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences
Bioethics/Medical Ethics
Health and Wellness
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
Mental Health Counseling/Counselor
Pharmacy
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
History
History
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Legal Professions and Studies
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Mathematics and Statistics
Mathematics
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
Dispute Resolution
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
Sustainability Studies
Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology
Exercise Science and Kinesiology
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Philosophy
Physical Sciences
Chemistry
Psychology
Clinical Psychology
Counseling Psychology
Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Psychology
Public Administration and Social Service Professions
Human Services
Public Administration
Social Sciences
Economics
International Relations and Affairs
Political Science and Government
Social Sciences
Sociology
Urban Studies/Affairs
Visual and Performing Arts
Music Management
Commercial and Advertising Art
Graphic Design
Acting
Directing and Theatrical Production
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts
Musical Theatre
Brass Instruments
Jazz/Jazz Studies
Keyboard Instruments
Music Performance
Music Theory and Composition
Music
Percussion Instruments
Stringed Instruments
Voice and Opera
Woodwind Instruments
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Master’s
Doctoral
Top 10 in enrollment
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Top 5 based on enrollment
Area of Study Major Assoc. Bachelor Master Doctor Cert.
Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies African-American/Black Studies — — — —
Women's Studies — — —
Biological and Biomedical Sciences Biochemistry — — — —
Biology/Biological Sciences — — —
Biomedical Sciences — — — —
Biotechnology — — —
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services Accounting — — —
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping — — — —
Business Administration and Management — — — —
Business Administration, Management and Operations — — — —
Office Management and Supervision — — — —
Organizational Leadership — — —
Project Management — — —
Business/Commerce — —
Business/Corporate Communications — — —
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies — — — —
Finance — — — —
Financial Planning and Services — — — —
Hospitality Administration/Management — — —
Human Resources Development — — —
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration — — —
Organizational Behavior Studies — — — —
Actuarial Science — — —
Management Science — — — —
Marketing/Marketing Management — — — —
Real Estate — — —
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs Mass Communication/Media Studies — — — —
Speech Communication and Rhetoric — — — —
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs — — — —
Journalism — — —
Journalism — — — —
Organizational Communication — — — —
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services Information Technology — — — —
Computer Science — — —
Data Modeling/Warehousing and Database Administration — — — —
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications — — —
Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance — — —
Information Science/Studies — — — —
Culinary, Entertainment, and Personal Services Culinary Arts/Chef Training — — —
Education Bilingual and Multilingual Education — — —
Education — — — —
Education — — —
Educational Leadership and Administration — — —
Higher Education/Higher Education Administration — — — —
Special Education and Teaching — — —
Special Education and Teaching — — — —
College Student Counseling and Personnel Services — — — —
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services — — — —
Early Childhood Education and Teaching — — —
Elementary Education and Teaching — — —
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching — — —
Secondary Education and Teaching — — — —
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods — — — —
Music Teacher Education — — — —
Reading Teacher Education — — — —
Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians Drafting and Design Technology/Technician — — — —
English Language and Literature/Letters English Language and Literature — — —
Creative Writing — — — —
Health Professions and Related Programs Medical/Clinical Assistant — — — —
Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician — — — —
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist — — — —
Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist — — — —
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer — — — —
Surgical Technology/Technologist — — — —
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist — — — —
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science and Allied Professions — — —
Histologic Technology/Histotechnologist — — — —
Health/Health Care Administration/Management — — — —
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences — — — —
Bioethics/Medical Ethics — — — —
Health and Wellness — — — —
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions — — — —
Mental Health Counseling/Counselor — — — —
Pharmacy — — —
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse — — — —
History History — — —
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services Criminal Justice/Safety Studies — — — —
Legal Professions and Studies Legal Assistant/Paralegal — —
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities General Studies — — — —
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies — — —
Mathematics and Statistics Mathematics — — —
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies Dispute Resolution — — —
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies — — — —
Sustainability Studies — — — —
Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology Exercise Science and Kinesiology — — — —
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness — — — —
Philosophy and Religious Studies Philosophy — — — —
Physical Sciences Chemistry — — — —
Psychology Clinical Psychology — — —
Counseling Psychology — — — —
Industrial and Organizational Psychology — — —
Psychology — —
Public Administration and Social Service Professions Human Services — — — —
Public Administration — — —
Social Sciences Economics — — —
International Relations and Affairs — — — —
Political Science and Government — — —
Social Sciences — — — —
Sociology — — —
Urban Studies/Affairs — — — —
Visual and Performing Arts Music Management — — — —
Commercial and Advertising Art — — — —
Graphic Design — — — —
Acting — — — —
Directing and Theatrical Production — — — —
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts — — —
Musical Theatre — — — —
Brass Instruments — —
Jazz/Jazz Studies — — — —
Keyboard Instruments — —
Music Performance — — —
Music Theory and Composition — — —
Music — — — —
Percussion Instruments — —
Stringed Instruments — —
Voice and Opera — —
Woodwind Instruments — —

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Mission Statement

Reflecting the ideals of its founders in 1945, Roosevelt University is a private, nonsectarian community of educators, scholars, and learners committed to academic, creative, and service excellence who value differences in personal experiences and perspectives; ask the difficult questions; and promote mutual understanding, inclusion, social consciousness, and action toward social justice.  Recognizing that difference broadens perspectives, Roosevelt University seeks and serves a diverse, promising student body from metropolitan Chicago and around the world.The hallmarks of the Roosevelt University experience are strong student-faculty interaction and engagement with metropolitan Chicago as both a laboratory for learning and as an expression of its commitment to social justice.  The experience is created through the efforts of a strong faculty dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and creative activity and a staff equally focused on helping students grow and achieve their educational and life goals.Roosevelt is a metropolitan university that is an active partner in the social, economic, and cultural development of the communities it serves.  It offers a broad array of academic programs, from associate degrees to doctoral degrees, in a highly interactive environment where students can explore, discover, and develop their unique abilities and interests.