Welcome to Roosevelt University! We believe that accurate placement of students into courses appropriate for their skill level is the first step toward academic success at Roosevelt.
The RUA is an assessment tool used to determine a student’s placement into required English and Math classes. Completion of the RUA or evaluation of current ACT or SAT scores is required before students may register for courses. The RUA is a proctored, computerized test composed of three sections - Reading, Writing, and Math.
Most students complete the English and Math exam in less than three hours, but there is no time limit.
There is no charge for taking the RUA at either campus.
If you live outside of the Chicago area, please email testingcenter@roosevelt.edu to arrange to take the RUA at a location convenient to your local area. Please include your Name, Student ID Number, and full address. Some fees may apply.
Testing is available in-person on our Chicago campus, Monday through Friday from 9 am - 5 pm CT in AUD 256. Email testingcenter@roosevelt.edu to reserve your spot.
Students must provide their RU ID number and photo ID to take the test. No calculators, phones or test aides are permitted without medical documentation.
Roosevelt University uses the following College Board Accuplacer Tests:
Sample tests for all of these areas can be found online through the Accuplacer Web-Based Study App. A sample test can be taken after creating a free account.