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

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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Spring Registration Day 

Get registered for Spring 2025. Join representatives from the offices of admission, financial aid and advising on Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. We will help you get squared away before classes begin January 21.

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Financing Your Education

Join an upcoming virtual information session with Roosevelt's Financial Aid Services team. Learn about the financial aid process and the options for financing your education.

Sign-up for Wednesday, December 4 at 5:00 p.m. (en Español) 

Sign-up for Thursday, December 12 at 5:30 p.m.

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.

Biochemistry Lab Experience

Roosevelt's Biology Program Ranked 12th in the Nation for Female Students

Roosevelt’s biology undergraduate program was recently ranked one of the best in the nation for women by Washington Monthly, with 87% of program graduates identifying as female. 

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

"On today's 'Heart Of Mind, Radio for the NEW Millennium', host Kathryn Davis has a discussion with Dr. Jewel Pookrum on her system for understanding and healing the mind, and the art of bringing life into balance. Dr. Pookrum is a graduate of Roosevelt University in Chicago (1968), where she completed graduate work in clinical microbiology."

"West Bend Insurance Company announced on Tuesday they have added two new officers to their leadership team, including Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer Dee Brown. Dee holds a bachelor’s degree in Organizational Leadership and a master’s degree in Organizational Development, both from Roosevelt University."

"Playing in a master class with Trifonov was 'a dream come true,' Furtado continued. 'It’s a source of inspiration for me. I definitely feel more motivated to practice and be more connected to the music after today.'"

Mateus Furtado recently started the performance diploma program 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.