Roosevelt University: one of the top affordable private colleges in Chicago

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Join Us at Admitted Student Day

Friday, April 25, 2025 | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Come and experience Roosevelt University first-hand at our Chicago Campus. Meet your future friends, connect with faculty, tour campus and so much more! 

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Attend A Graduate Info Session

With more than 40 master's degree programs, Roosevelt has the program to take you where you want to go in your career. Join an upcoming information session to connect with our admission staff and learn more.

Welcome back students for Fall 2018 Semester!

Schedule A Campus Tour

Tour Roosevelt's amazing Downtown Chicago campus or our suburban campus in Schaumburg to discover why Roosevelt was ranked as one of the best college locations in America.

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS & MAJORS

Roosevelt can help you find your passion. Seeking an undergraduate degree? Your doctorate? Something in between? Explore our comprehensive academic choices, outstanding faculty and nearly limitless degree program options.

Experience Life at One of the Best Chicago Colleges

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One Illinois college. Two vibrant campuses.

Whether in the heart of downtown Chicago’s dynamic commercial and cultural district, or nestled within the city’s northwest suburban economic center, Roosevelt University’s Chicago and Schaumburg campuses are actively connected to their communities.

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Home to Chicago's ONLY NCAA Division II program!

With 35 men’s and women’s athletic teams, programs and clubs to cheer for, you’ll be a Laker in no time.

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Roosevelt Receives Grant to Expand STEM Education Access

The $2 million grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) will expand access to undergraduate STEM programs.

Here you can be you. And Belong.

In the classroom, it’s diverse, tolerant, and academically rigorous. Outside the classroom, there’s so much to do. Whether you’re into sports, the arts, or student organizations, you can be a spectator, participant, or both. Or explore one of the best cities in the world.

Check out the campus communities that make the big city small.

The Support You Need to Succeed.

When universities take your tuition, they should take responsibility for helping you succeed. We do.

We’ll help you choose the right classes. Navigate financial aid and housing questions. Connect you to tutoring and mentors so you can grow academically. With confidence.

See how we support student safety, growth and success.

Meet our Lakers

Roosevelt in the News

"Jessica Lanctot joins the CoA in a seat nominated by the American Psychological Association of Graduate Students. She is currently a student completing her PhD at Roosevelt University."

Lanctot is an adjunct professor and Clinical Psychology Doctoral Student.

Asher McMaher is the Executive Director of the nonprofit organization, Trans Up Front IL. They were part of a panel of speakers at a Press Conference held yesterday at the Cook County City Hall to celebrate Transgender Day of Visibility.

McMaher is a junior in the Paralegal Studies program at Roosevelt University.

"In conclusion, the value of travel credit cards depends largely on individual travel habits and spending patterns. For frequent travelers, premium cards can offer significant value. For occasional travelers, cards with lower or no annual fees might be more appropriate. The key is to analyze your own travel and spending habits to choose the card that offers the best value for your specific situation."

Professor Margulis is an Assistant Clinical Professor of Hospitality Management at Roosevelt University.

 

Anti-Discrimination Statement

Roosevelt University has been committed in its programs and activities from its inception to a policy on nondiscrimination. No person shall be discriminated against because of age, ancestry, citizenship, color, creed, disability, gender, gender identity, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, race, religion, sexual orientation, source of income, unfavorable discharge from military service, veteran status, or as a result of being the victim of domestic or sexual violence in its programs and activities.