Country:
Location:
Airport:
School type:
Admissions level:
- Undergraduate - ESL/ Direct
- Graduate - ESL/ Direct
Rankings & Recognition:
Top 400 National Universities
(US News & World Report 2026)
#13 Best Colleges in Illinois
(Niche 2025)
#18 Most Diverse Colleges in America
(Niche 2025)
Key facts:
- 4,000 students from 60 countries
- 11:1 student to faculty ratio, smaller classes and closer connections with professors
- Study, live, and connect in the 32-story Wabash Building in Chicago, one of the tallest academic structures in the U.S., offering panoramic city views, residences, and state-of-the-art classrooms all under one roof
- Offering 120+ undergraduate majors and 40+ graduate programs across business, arts, sciences, health, and technology, Roosevelt equips students with both academic excellence and career-ready skills
- Accredited by the Council for Business Schools and Programs (formerly the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs- ACBSP)
- Chicago's only NCAA Division II institution
- College of Performing Arts offers world-class training in music and theatre, with many performances held at the historic Auditorium Theatre
Located in the heart of downtown Chicago, Roosevelt University is a private institution that combines world-class education, a vibrant urban lifestyle, and a deep commitment to social justice. Founded in 1945, Roosevelt continues to empower diverse learners to thrive academically and make a positive impact in their communities.
With a student-faculty ratio of about 11:1, Roosevelt University offers small class sizes that foster close interaction, personalized attention, and meaningful academic relationships. Beyond the classroom, international students benefit from a supportive environment that includes dedicated visa assistance, academic advising, and cultural integration programs—all designed to help them adapt quickly, stay engaged, and thrive from day one.
With a mission to provide quality education with real-world value, Roosevelt University delivers top-tier academic programs at a competitive and affordable cost, offering exceptional value for international students who seek quality education without the premium price tag. Beyond affordability, Roosevelt connects learning with opportunity through Chicago’s vibrant economy and strong corporate partnerships—giving students access to internships, professional networks, and career pathways that turn their education into real-world success.
Undergraduate
- $2,000 - $7,500/ year (Renewable)
- Additional scholarship (Vietnamese student only): $4,000
Graduate: $1,000
Tuition & Fees:
- Undergraduate: $23,100/ year
- Graduate: / year
Room & Board:
- On-campus: $14,400/ year
- Off-campus: $12,000/ year
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Level |
Undergraduate (Direct Admission) |
Graduate (Direct Admission) |
|
Transcript |
GPA 2.75+ |
GPA 3.0+ |
|
Transcript evaluation |
No |
No |
|
English proficiency |
IELTS 6.5+/ TOEFL 80+ |
IELTS 6.5+/ TOEFL 80+ |
|
Standardized test:
|
Nursing |
No |
|
Special requirements: Portfolio, audition, interview, work experience, etc. |
College of Performing Arts |
No |
|
Resume |
No |
Yes |
|
Personal statement |
No |
Yes |
|
Recommendation letter |
0 |
2 |
|
Application fee |
$0 |
$40 |
UNDERGRADUATE: All Programs
- Computing: Computer Science, Cyber & Information Security, Data Science, Information Technology.
- Health & Human Services: Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Exercise, Nutrition & Health Science, Nuclear Medicine Technology, Nursing, Radiation Therapy, Radiography.
- Arts & Design: Acting, Brass, Graphic Design, Harp, Music, Musical Theater, Percussion, Piano, Voice, Woodwinds.
- Business: Accounting, Actuarial Science, Management, Marketing, Finance, Hospitality & Tourism Management, Human Resource Management, Real Estate.
- Social Sciences & Education: Early Childhood Education, Digital & Multimedia Communications, Digital Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations, Psychology.
- Sciences: Biochemistry, Biology, Mathematics.
GRADUATE: All Programs
- Business: Accounting, Actuarial Science, Business Analytics, Financial Risk Management, Hospitality & Tourism Management, MBA, Public Administration, Real Estate.
- Sciences: Bioinformatics & Computational Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Biotechnology, Health Informatics.
- Health & Human Services: Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmacy.
- Computing: Computer Science, Cyber Security & Information Assurance, Data Science.
- Arts & Design: Brass, Collaborative Piano, Harp, Orchestral Studies, Theatre Directing.
Fall intake:
- Regular deadline: April 15
- College of Performing Arts: January 15
Spring intake: November 1
