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

Attend our Graduate Programs Open House
Tuesday, July 16 at our Downtown Chicago Campus

Yes. You can afford Roosevelt.

Roosevelt offers the benefits of a unique, transformational, private education experience in a world class city. Our low tuition makes us one of the top choices for private schools in the Midwest. We are committed to Roosevelt’s founding mission, expanding inclusivity, diversity and access. It is the bedrock of our culture—and it is the right thing to do.

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Attend our Graduate Programs Open House

Join us at our Chicago Campus on Tuesday, July 16 to explore more than 40 academic programs in the arts, business, education, the sciences and more. Attendees will have the opportunity to speak with Roosevelt faculty and admission representatives to learn about application requirements, career services and scholarship opportunities.

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Plan Your Visit

Take advantage of summer in Chicago and explore our amazing downtown campus and all our world-class city has to offer.

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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Student Organizations

So, you want to be a participant, not just a spectator? We’ve got you covered. Get involved, serve others and meet people who share your passions.

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

In his Op-Ed titled, "Democrats Can Dump President Joe Biden. Here's How," David Faris analyzes President Biden's performance in the debate, and its impact on voters for the 2024 election. Faris is an associate professor of Political Science. 

June Leaf graduated from Roosevelt with a Bachelor's degree in Art Education in 1948. 

Roosevelt students Axel Garcia and Erika Meraz are among the recipients of the 2024-2025 Schweitzer Fellowship by the Health & Medicine Policy Research Group. Garcia is a Pharmacy major and Meraz is majoring in Biomedical Science.

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.