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Founded in 1945, Roosevelt University, or RU, is a private institution of higher education with campuses in Chicago's Loop and northwest suburban Schaumburg. It also offers classes in various communities, schools, and corporations. RU provides more than 120 doctor's, master's, bachelor's degrees and certificate programs in the fields of arts, sciences, business, and education. The departments and programs are organized into the following colleges:
Some of the graduates of RU have gone on to become famous personalities. Among them are Tony Alcantar, an American actor; Shel Silverstein, an American author; Merle Dandridge, Broadway and Television actress; and Jim Skinner, CEO, McDonald's Corporation.
Roosevelt University is in Chicago, IL. Chicago is a large city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Roosevelt University issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Doctoral degree.
The school offers many areas of study. Fields of study in vogue at Roosevelt University include music, business and management, and therapy and counseling.
Not all applicants to the school are accepted. Just 43% of applicants in 2007-2008 were accepted at Roosevelt University. The top quarter of students at the school scored at least 628 on the verbal SAT test. Students' math SAT scores were most often in the range 455 to 610 in 2007-2008.
The most successful professors at Roosevelt University are given tenure, encouraging them to stay with the school for a long time. The the school teaching staff is well compensated compared to other schools.
Approximately 7,163 students study at Roosevelt University (in 2007-2008).
Part-time study is common at the school.
More complete details are provided below.
Roosevelt University
430 S Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60605-1394
General Phone: (312) 341-3500
http://www.roosevelt.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 711 | business management, human resources development, accounting, business communications, human resources, management science, organizational behavior, business, ... |
| Education and Teaching | 354 | elementary school teaching, secondary teaching, school counseling, early childhood education, reading teaching, teacher education, special ed, educational administration, ... |
| Therapy and Counseling | 275 | psychology, clinical psychology, organizational psychology, mental and social health services, mental health counseling |
| Liberal Arts | 239 | liberal arts and sciences, history, interdisciplinary studies, sociology, political science, English, economics, women's studies, ... |
| Music | 114 | voice, music performance, violin, guitar, and strings, various music studies, jazz, piano, music theory and composition, musicology, ... |
| Media | 74 | journalism, journalism courses, communication studies, organizational communications, public relations, radio and television |
| Hospitality | 65 | hospitality management |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 60 | computer science, computer networking, information science |
| Family and Social Work | 54 | public administration, human services, social service professions |
| Science | 52 | biology, biotechnology, chemistry |
| Law | 39 | legal assistant |
| Office and Administration | 39 | office management, business support services |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 36 | acting, directing, drama, various performing arts |
| Mathematics | 19 | mathematics, statistics |
| Real Estate and Construction Management | 9 | real estate |
| Religion and Philosophy | 2 | philosophy |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 1 | environmental science |
| Fine Arts | 1 | art history and criticism |
| Engineering Technician | 1 | electronics tech |
| Medical Administration | 1 | health care administration |
| Medical Support and Technology | 0 | clinical and medical lab science, clinical lab tech, nuclear medical tech, radiation therapist |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 0 | registered nursing |
| Medicine | 0 | gerontology |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 0 | criminal justice and safety |
Number of programs and degrees for Roosevelt University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 990 | 49 |
| Bachelor's degree | 958 | 70 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 180 | 13 |
| Doctor's degree | 11 | 2 |
| Post-master's certificate | 7 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, Roosevelt University had a total enrollment of 7,163 students (5,103 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 39% |
| Women | 61% |
| Full-Time | 90% |
| Part-Time | 10% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 55% |
| Graduate | 45% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 50% |
| Black | 22% |
| Hispanic | 8% |
| Asian | 5% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 11% |
| (Foreign Students) | 4% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 6% |
| 20-21 | 10% |
| 22-24 | 21% |
| 25-29 | 25% |
| 30-34 | 12% |
| 35-39 | 9% |
| 40-49 | 11% |
| 50-64 | 5% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Illinois | 88% |
| (International Students) | 4% |
| New Hampshire | 1% |
| Indiana | 1% |
| Minnesota | 1% |
| Missouri | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 62 % |
| Part-Time | 40 % |
Roosevelt University offers campus housing for 720 of its 5,103 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Chicago, Illinois for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Illinois Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,100 | 902 | 43% | 292 | 32% |
| Men | 700 | 315 | 45% | 114 | 36% |
| Women | 1,388 | 584 | 42% | 178 | 30% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 512 | 628 |
| SAT Math | 455 | 610 |
| SAT Writing | 510 | 610 |
| ACT Verbal | 20 | 26 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 25 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 18% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 74% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | recommended |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 19,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 19,000 |
| Room and board | $ 10,806 |
| Room charge | $ 7,692 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,114 |
| Books and supplies | $ 900 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,900 |
Financial Aid:
Roosevelt University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 174900)
Roosevelt University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 80 | 39 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 35 | 37 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 8 | 10 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 34 | $97,135 | 9 | $94,155 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 48 | $73,387 | 35 | $67,124 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 35 | $62,586 | 35 | $57,586 |
| Instructor | academic year | 3 | $52,367 | 7 | $45,211 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 3 | $55,308 | 0 | * |
| No academic rank | academic year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 124 | $76,315 | 86 | $64,287 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Accounting and Related Services, Other
Actuarial Science
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
Business/Corporate Communications
Business/Managerial Economics
Finance, General
Financial Planning and Services
Human Resources Development
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Insurance
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Management Science, General
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management
Organizational Behavior Studies
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Information Science/Studies
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Acting
Directing and Theatrical Production
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
Visual and Performing Arts, Other
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Music Teacher Education
Reading Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Special Education and Teaching, General
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods, Other
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Human Services, General
Public Administration
Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
HOSPITALITY
Hospitality Administration/Management, General
LIBERAL ARTS
African-American/Black Studies
Creative Writing
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
Geography
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, General
Social Sciences, Other
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Speech and Rhetorical Studies
Urban Studies/Affairs
Women's Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
Statistics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Journalism
Journalism, Other
Organizational Communication, General
Public Relations/Image Management
Radio and Television
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science and Allied Professions, Other
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist
MUSIC
Jazz/Jazz Studies
Music Pedagogy
Music Performance, General
Music Theory and Composition
Music, Other
Musicology and Ethnomusicology
Piano and Organ
Violin, Viola, Guitar and Other Stringed Instruments
Voice and Opera
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Business Operations Support and Secretarial Services, Other
Office Management and Supervision
REAL ESTATE AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Real Estate
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Biotechnology
Chemistry, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Clinical Psychology
Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Mental Health Counseling/Counselor
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Roosevelt University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | |
| % students 40 years or older (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
| Student SAT scores (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching
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