Reviews of Roosevelt University (University)

Matthew Smith

this is an excellence university, with a great mission in social justice

Kathleen Dickerson

Everything went smoothly for enrolling in online graduate courses. I ordered the books. At checkout the cost was $160. The actual charge to my credit card $260. Then 4 days later one professor sent an email that the books listed for the course are from an old syllabus. Told me to return old books and buy correct ones. I dropped all course, returned all books and will enroll elsewhere.

Brandon Rohlwing

My education at Roosevelt University has been more than I could have ever asked for. Despite not being close to an Ivy League, Roosevelt's quality education has definitely helped me expand my knowledge and social consciousness. The professors and staff have all been extremely helpful as I continue with my education. Of course you'll only know if it's the perfect for you if you take a tour!

Evan Tinsley

PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS- PLEASE READ! I will start by saying that I am enjoying my education here, and I truly value most of the staff and the professors that I've had so far as they have been great. That being said, my qualms are with the finaid office. If money is an object for you then keep reading. Please consider my story before you decide to attend this school. My first semester at Roosevelt I received grants, scholarships, and loans. All of these covered my tuition and provided me a refund which I used to pay rent, eat, etc. The following semester and each semester thereafter my refund was cut by over 90%. This is seriously unacceptable. The refund check that I received was a joke and the answers that I've received from financial aid office have also been a joke. Long story short, they told me that I can't receive multiple scholarships, and grants, and thus removed them from my aid package even though I am a full time honor roll student. It's also important to note that these additional funds were promised to me before I even started school there. Yet In the middle of fall semester 2015 I watched them deduct from my grants and scholarships for 2016 because more loan money suddenly became available. I am outraged and can seem to get this issue corrected or explained to me and I feel like I'm getting the short end of the stick. I spoke with some professors ( those whom I will not name in this review) and they told me that what really happened is that the school messed up everyone's aid a couple semesters before and now are in a financial crisis because they dispersed too much money. The real kicker? Students are paying for their mistake by being forced to accept aid packages that barely cover tuition. This is NOT right. If you can avoid it- don't go here. The school itself is great, and they'll show you your aid package for first semester which will also look great. But once you've got a semester or two under your belt they'll go and change it so that you receive almost no refund at all. Other students I have spoken with are even saying that their tuition isn't even paid in full anymore, even though it used to be. For people who live at home with their parents maybe this is okay, but if you're like me and live on your own, work 35-40 hours a week, and take classes full time, the aid package just doesn't cut it. If someone from administration is able to reach out to me and make this right I'm more than willing to edit my review, but for now I have to give it two stars. Last semester my stress levels were through the roof because of the financial aid office and my grades slipped a little bit because of it. The last thing a student should have to do is worry about how they're going to eat tomorrow.

Michael Kucynda

I am a working adult that decided to go back so it took me a longer amount of time than the norm. When I first started, you could not find a parking spot at the Schaumburg campus for evening classes and had to get there rather early. But as time went out its turned into a ghost town of a place by the time I graduated. Ive seen the highs and lows of the school and they are definitely on the farthest low I have ever seen. Competition between funding for both campuses was always going on the Chicago campus always had the upper hand even though Schaumburg was able to keep the higher enrollment. Instr. That worked at the Chicago campus would reg. talk bad about the Schaumburg campus. Which I found unprofessional of instructors to do. I use to recommend this school but since graduation, I would not recommend this school for anyone. Go to DePaul or Loyola if you’re interested in a private school. I hope this place gets organized one day. they have no identity or image of who they are or what they want to be about.

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Sondra J

Wonderful Professor Encountered while completing my MA degree. Would highly recommend their education program!!

Phaze16 16

Terrible school that’s unfortunately ran by administrators who are so out of touch with reality. They really expect you to put your life on hold and to become solely a student and to throw everything else away as if ones own life revolves around them. Chicago is a huge city with so many opportunities. Find another school to go to as this ones a sham.

Cassie M

Wonderful school.

Mercedees Edwards

This school is so prestigious and it's history is amazing. It holds so many talented professors and students alike. I know someone who graduated from here and he is excelling so far in his career because of this university.

Pritesh Nariya

How can i get admission and eligibility

Brysea R

What is there to say but I absolutely loved my graduate time here? All schools should be like this :)

Kevin Shuff

Historical downtown campus, an exceptional array of professors, personal attention with smaller class sizes, an excellent university!

Fernando Arce

I love the feel for the University, I enjoy the atmosphere, the architecture outside and inside and the people are always friendly. If you want to go to a small school in the middle of the city of Chicago, this school is for you. If you love this building, you will also enjoy the latest building, the vertical building next door.

Rose Larry

Teachers, over all, are excellent, friendly and helpful.

Sam Aguilar

Amazing professors and you meet some great people here.

Ma Pro

10/6 The book store: The hours on Friday to pick up textbooks and other items is just nonsense. I mean what successful business is open only 5 hours on a Friday? Of course there are no hours on the weekend, the University is keeping this (book store) schedule on a traditional academic route, where other Universities are making changes to reach a wider audience of students. Although I can get emails about them pushing pens, textbooks, jerseys with the school name to cock fights and liver transplants but nothing about the hours of the store in these emails. I only see this level of distinction at academic institutions of higher learning and freakin clown shows. I am not sure if they are trying to make sure that the University is keeping that "cool" kid -like vibe for the students and their families from small po dunk towns from God know where, or these kids need to have enough time to get high (they smoke right outside the store! IKR?). However for the working professionals and those who are serious about an education, this is just another impediment to getting that degree and actually recommending the University to other people. The bookstore is just a reflection of the mismanagement of the institution, who should just go "full party school" than trying to "sell" that they are a serious academic institution. The bookstore is a small but great when you order online to pick up your items (textbooks) and the customer service from Machelle was fantastic. Note: I gave 4 stars to only the bookstore portion of Roosevelt University.

Charles Chapman

Love it as an alumni

D'andra Abron

Honestly, I would've given it a 5 if it wasn't for expenses. I attended this university because I fell in love with it. My first semester involved my general ed courses and courses that goes towards my major and I'm majoring in Psychology.The environment is simply amazing. The professors are great. Of course there are going to be professors that makes you want to sleep, but that's in general with every college/universities. I never encountered rude staff members nor students. This school is literally involved with Chicago especially in a Justice way. My only problem is it's so expensive. Some books are costly and to stay on campus I wouldn't dare if you're not making a lot of money. They will help you as best as they can and they're great at that too. IF YOU ARE A CHICAGO FRESHMAN(MEANING ABOUT TO START COLLEGE) DO COMMUNITY COLLEGE FIRST THEN TRANSFER OVER TO ROOSEVELT UNIVERSITY. Trust me this will save you lots of money.

Anongnart Manakitrungrueng

Good

Michelle Kueh

Best eduaction ever. This university help me to move onto job postions in my field.

Jos Ábalo

(Translated by Google) The University's newest academic building, Wabash, is located in The Loop of Downtown Chicago. It is the tallest educational building in Chicago, the second tallest educational building in the United States and the fourth largest academic complex in the world. (Original) El edificio académico más nuevo de la Universidad, Wabash, se encuentra en The Loop of Downtown Chicago. Es el edificio educativo más alto de Chicago, el segundo edificio educativo más alto de los Estados Unidos y el cuarto complejo académico más grande del mundo.

Dindu Divine

Roosevelt University is located in Chicago, Illinois, USA. The school was founded in 1945 and named after former US President Franklin Roosevelt.

Andi Kowalski

The college is a gem in the city! The psychology department is first rate! Schedule a tour! This college is sensitive to the needs of first generation students. The dorm views are incredible!

Giacomo Luca

My alma mater. This University has an incredible staff in one of the greatest places in the world to learn.

Chris Davin

Great downtown atmosphere. Library gives an awesome view over grant park and the buckingham fountain. Elevators move way too slowly.

Bo Li

Low salary place.

Marquisha Love

Overall, I really like attending Roosevelt. I’m not saying this to just to boost their ratings but I really like it. Universities can be expensive but it’s worth it if you know what you want to do and you’re gaining a lot from it. It’s downtown Chicago. I’m a city girl, so I love it. I like the school’s diversity of people from different backgrounds and countries. The professors are nice and it’s a great place to attend graduate school. I didn’t attend the university during my undergraduate years. I am a second year grad student with a major in IMC. I’m also a Graduate Assistant. I like the program. Some of the professors may work you but I have to say that I’ve learned a lot in this program and I’m glad that I chose to attend Roosevelt.

w. liang

Its a pretty nice university and music performance.

Steve Schroeder

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La Shauna Gates

Great school but too expensive

Ellen Banach

A wonderful university filled with many amazing opportunities.

Roy Khanal

Love the place. It gives a really historic vibe which is amazing and the fact that this place has really awesome history makes it even better

Arif Lutfi

(Translated by Google) Hopefully I can learn on this campus well in order to achieve a better performance here (Original) Mudah mudahan saya bisa belajar di kampus ini dengan baik supaya bisa meraih prestasi yang lebih baik di sini

Sylvia Williams

Hi my name is Sylvia De Dios and I was wondering if I got accepted to this college because i really do want to go to this school I want to study criminal justice and be able to go to law school after that. What are the requirements to go to this school. And I would like to be a Uniform Police Officer on the south side of Chicago.

C. Mart

I began my graduate program May '16. No issues with graduate advisors, professors. 4 stars because of my two issues, library and financial aid. My constant issue is people talking loudly at the library. Is it necessary to post signs to "be quiet"? Students tend to walk around talking loudly or on their phones as if they were outside or lounging in their living room. I guess people have lost the concept of a library. I encourage staff/management to visit the library and sit for 5 minutes and you will immediately realize the noise level. My second issue is financial aid. I never had any problems until recently. Since we were recently "assigned" a financial aid advisor, it only created issues and many sleepless nights. My financial aid advisor was useless. She never helped, hardly ever replied to any emails within a reasonable timeframe (I typically give a 36 hour reply period), and when she did, it was days if not weeks later and or she replied with a question that was not relevant to my question. Fortunately, I had personally met with a financial aid advisor Fall '16 and he was beyond helpful. I felt the need to apologize every time I sought his assistance because we are "assigned" to a financial aid advisor. He had no problem answering my questions almost immediately or within 24 hours. If it weren't for him, I would not have been able to keep my remaining two classes. Can you imagine, two classes away from graduating and my loan is nowhere to be found?! If you encounter any financial aid issues, I strongly recommend calling the financial office or meet with someone in person. Aside from these two issues, I like Roosevelt University.

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Demarco Lawrence

Enrolled here 1/11/13 as a grad student in the Real Estate program. Great program with very knowledgeable staff of today's industry. I hear the undergrad program is good as well....huge networking tool throughout the midwest

Marisa Herrera

The new Wabash Building has changed the skyline in a big and beautiful way. A verticle campus that is new and innovative. Even if you have no academic reason for being there, some of the best views of the city!

Jorge Alaves

I love it here! Social Justice FTW Let's go Lakersss

D'Afrique Rousseau

RU is what you make of it. There are some great professors and good classes. I completed my BLS and the undergraduate students were eh. I completed my MBA and those students were much more involved and quite bright. Outside of Chicago, no one really knows this university. I live and work in Manhattan and no one has ever heard of this school. However, I work for the largest consulting firm in the world and received offers from equally prestigious firms. Since this school is locally known, you will have to be outstanding to compete in a serious market - NYC, London, Paris, Singapore...If you are driven and avail yourself to the school's resources, you can succeed in a global city with a degree from RU.

Tim Corpus

I had a terrific experience from 2006-2010. Needs more cost-effective housing and more quality music facilities. Overall, it's a great institution with dedicated professors.

Karolina Walczak

Transferred here from Illinois state university. Staff here is so unprofessional and rude. Professors here aren’t paid enough and don’t know how to teach students which is quite sad. I had better experience over the summer at a community college for far less money.

Dominique Carney

Amazing school. This place has good facities and people. I admire the support from the professors and students.

Deborah G

When I decided it was time to finish my undergrad, my mom made the suggestion that because I "like to read and write and stuff" I should go for an English degree. And since Roosevelt is local, maybe I could go there. She and my dad even got me the information for the two campuses (they have a commuter campus in Schaumburg where I also took classes) . Since I had no better ideas, I gave it a good, applied, and ended up getting accepted in their English program. I was impressed with the majority of the professors. Professor Buccola was probably one of my favorites. She was definitely someone who enjoyed her job, and made all her classes enjoyable (even when I complained, she argued and won her point, so I totally have a lot of respect for her). I felt the English department gave me a really well rounded program with classes like "Women and Comedy" (I actually met the author Laurie Notaro at a book signing who was shocked and delighted when I told her we used her book in our class). "Literature of the Color Line" with Larry Howe was definitely a class that made me think about the culture of race in America in a new light, and Ellen's "Crime in Victorian Literature" got me hooked on Dickens. This is only a small portion of my classes, but they were all enjoyable and I felt my education was well earned. If you're looking for a school with top-notch professors (and don't mind paying the private school prices), then check out Roosevelt University.

Anados Defered

Statistics were always my nemesis. Materials I used elsewhere made me feel like I was reading Sanskrit. Had a friend who recommended it. I came here part-time for evening classes. Dealt with parking, fees, tuition costs out of pocket. In class I used a different approach to help myself. Recorded classes. Listened. Wrote down only what I had to. The instructor gave real examples I could relate to. Did the same in other classes. One at a time. Other instructors equally excellent. Now things made sense. Rewrote my notes. Studied at a new level. It goes back to the time you have to invest. Do what you need to do to learn. That was my way. Took hours. Well worth it. Personal accomplishment. That's was Roosevelt gave me. A gift to myself.

John R

A lovely venue with great sound!