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PREVIEW DAY

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19 I 9 AM – 1 PM
Join us on campus this fall to find your place at Roosevelt. See our state-of-the-art facilities, learn about our comprehensive academic programs, and see what it’s like to live and learn in downtown 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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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.

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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.

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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.

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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, ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ’s Chicago and Schaumburg campuses are actively connected to their communities.

Chicago is Our Campus
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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.

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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.

Learn more About our History, Mission & Vision
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.

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Meet our Lakers

Samantha Martinez

The Activist

Samantha Martinez, BA '18

Co-Founder of the Gage Park Latinx Council
Chicago, IL
Roosevelt in the News
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Roosevelt Receives $2.8 Million Grant to Expand Programing for Hispanic and Low-Income Students

The grant funds will contribute to accelerated degree pathways, a new Graduate Resource Center and expanded internship opportunities for Hispanic students.

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Roosevelt Achieves Record-Breaking Fall 2024 Freshman Enrollment, Sets New Standards in Diversity and Access

The University has recorded the largest and most diverse first-year class in school history, comprising 63% students of color and 50% Pell Grant recipients.

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Roosevelt Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with Diverse Programming

Roosevelt will host several events throughout campus to celebrate Latino and Hispanic culture in the United States as well as confront challenges these communities face.

Associate Professor of Political Science David Faris Analyzes the Performances During the Vice Presidential Debate for Newsweek

"Republicans must be wondering what the outlook of this race might be had they nominated a younger, saner person, like Vance, capable of making sense for 90 consecutive minutes."

Professor of Philosophy Dr. Svetozar Y. Minkov Co-Authors Book "Leo Strauss on Religion" for SUNY Press

"Intriguing unpublished manuscripts by Leo Strauss, which explore the intricate relationship between religion, philosophy, and politics, accompanied by fourteen interpretative essays."

Heller College of Business Alumni Leonardo Vera Analyzes the Venezuelan Economy in Article by Prodavinci

"But a world of great opportunities is opening up for us, not only in the understanding that the sanctions have been lifted, but also in what it implies (the actions we have to take) to get there. We know that the sanctions are conditional, to the point where someone could say: the sanctions will not be lifted if what happened on June 28 is not first recognized."

 

Anti-Discrimination Statement

¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ 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.

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