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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, Illinois. 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, drama and performing arts, business and management, education and teaching, and therapy and counseling.
Not all applicants to the school are accepted. The top quarter of students at Roosevelt University scored at least 625 on the verbal SAT test. Students' math SAT scores were most often in the range 485 to 590 in 2005.
The most successful professors at the school are given tenure, encouraging them to stay with the school for a long time. The Roosevelt University teaching staff is well compensated compared to other schools.
Approximately 7,234 students study at the school (in 2005). Many of the students at Roosevelt University are in their forties, or even older.
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
Admissions Phone: (312) 341-3515
Financial Aid Phone: (312) 341-3565
http://www.roosevelt.edu
Roosevelt University awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 628 | business management, business, accounting, human resources, business communications, management science, finance, marketing, ... |
| Education And Teaching | 454 | elementary school teaching, teacher education, secondary teaching, special ed, kindergarten/preschool teaching, educational administration, reading teaching, school counseling, ... |
| Therapy And Counseling | 201 | psychology, clinical psychology, organizational psychology, counseling psychology, mental and social health services |
| Liberal Arts | 195 | liberal arts and sciences, English, sociology, political science, history, economics, social services, Spanish language, ... |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 125 | computer science, computer networking, information science |
| Media | 85 | journalism, public relations, communication studies, journalism courses, radio and television |
| Music | 71 | voice, violin, guitar, and strings, music performance, piano, music theory and composition, jazz, various music studies, music pedagogy, ... |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 44 | drama, various performing arts |
| Science | 41 | biology, biotechnology, chemistry, biochemistry |
| Family And Social Work | 35 | public administration, social service professions |
| Hospitality | 30 | hospitality management |
| Office And Administration | 23 | office management, business support services |
| Law | 16 | legal assistant |
| Mathematics | 14 | mathematics, statistics |
| Fine Arts | 6 | art history and criticism |
| Engineering Technician | 3 | electronics tech |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 3 | sports and fitness management |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 2 | environmental science, environmental studies |
| Religion And Philosophy | 1 | philosophy |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 0 | criminal justice and safety |
| Art Studies | 0 | art studies |
| Medical Support And Technology | 0 | clinical and medical lab science, pre-pharmacy, clinical lab tech, nuclear medical tech, cytotechnologist, radiation therapist |
| Medical Adminstration | 0 | health care administration |
| Engineering | 0 | industrial engineering |
| Medicine | 0 | gerontology, medical preparatory, pre-med |
Number of programs and degrees for Roosevelt University in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 1,082 | 52 |
| Bachelor's degree | 863 | 88 |
| Post-master's certificate | 15 | 7 |
| Doctor's degree | 13 | 2 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 4 | 1 |
In 2005, Roosevelt University had a total enrollment of 7,234 students (4,575 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 30% |
| Women | 70% |
| Full-Time | 66% |
| Part-Time | 34% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 55% |
| Graduate | 45% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 48% |
| Black | 23% |
| Hispanic | 8% |
| Asian | 4% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 12% |
| (Foreign Students) | 4% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 5% |
| 20-21 | 7% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 26% |
| 30-34 | 14% |
| 35-39 | 9% |
| 40-49 | 14% |
| 50-64 | 5% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Illinois | 73% |
| Wisconsin | 4% |
| Michigan | 3% |
| Indiana | 3% |
| Ohio | 2% |
| Pennsylvania | 2% |
| Foreign countries | 1% |
| New York | 1% |
| Kentucky | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
| Georgia | 1% |
| Maryland | 1% |
| Oregon | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 71 % |
| Part-Time | 43 % |
Roosevelt University offers campus housing for 605 of its 4,575 (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 | 3,156 | 1,843 | 58% | 889 | 48% |
| Men | 971 | 558 | 57% | 268 | 48% |
| Women | 2,185 | 1,285 | 59% | 621 | 48% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 530 | 625 |
| SAT Math | 485 | 590 |
| ACT Verbal | 18 | 25 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| 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 | 7% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 27% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (312) 341-3515
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 14,180 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 14,180 |
| Room and board | $ 8,676 |
| Room charge | $ 6,480 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,196 |
| Books and supplies | $ 925 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,300 |
Financial Aid:
Roosevelt University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 174900)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (312) 341-3565
Roosevelt University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 83 | 28 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 37 | 42 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 10 | 12 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 35 | $82,807 | 8 | $76,557 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 52 | $63,160 | 23 | $62,333 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 39 | $55,943 | 42 | $51,217 |
| Instructor | academic year | 3 | $47,866 | 8 | $43,480 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 130 | $65,818 | 82 | $55,952 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Actuarial Science
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
Business/Corporate Communications
Business/Managerial Economics
Finance, General
Financial Planning and Services
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Insurance
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Labor and Industrial Relations
Management Science, General
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Organizational Behavior Studies
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Information Science/Studies
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
Visual and Performing Arts, Other
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Education, Other
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Mental Retardation
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Elementary and Middle School Administration/Principalship
Kindergarten/Preschool 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
Industrial Engineering
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
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
American/United States Studies/Civilization
Comparative Literature
Creative Writing
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
French Language and Literature
Geography
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
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
Public Relations/Image Management
Radio and Television
MEDICAL ADMINSTRATION
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science and Allied Professions, Other
Cytotechnology/Cytotechnologist
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist
Pre-Pharmacy Studies
MEDICINE
Gerontology
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other
Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies
MUSIC
Jazz/Jazz Studies
Music History, Literature, and Theory
Music Management and Merchandising
Music Pedagogy
Music Performance, General
Music Theory and Composition
Music, General
Music, Other
Musicology and Ethnomusicology
Piano and Organ
Violin, Viola, Guitar and Other Stringed Instruments
Voice and Opera
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Business Operations Support and Secretarial Services, Other
Office Management and Supervision
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Biotechnology
Chemistry, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Clinical Psychology
Counseling Psychology
Industrial and Organizational Psychology
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 5% |  |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
| Minority % of student body (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching
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