If you are considering submitting an application to Roosevelt University, the fee for the application costs $25.
Students who submit their applications to Roosevelt University for fall semester should hear back from Roosevelt University by October 2.
The following is an overiew of some of Roosevelt University's admissions stats.
Roosevelt University 2022 | Admissions Statistics |
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Mean Unweighted GPA | 3.1 |
Mean SAT Score | 982 |
Admissions Test Policy | Test Optional |
Applicants Who Submit SATs | 44% |
Applicants Who Submit ACTs | 11% |
Waitlist | No |
These are the application deadlines for Roosevelt University.
Application Type | Offered | Application Deadline | Notification Deadline |
---|---|---|---|
Early Decision I | No | –– | –– |
Early Decision II | –– | –– | –– |
Early Action | No | –– | –– |
Roosevelt University does not offer early decision or early action.
➡️ Find a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.
Roosevelt University is a moderately difficult school to get into. Roosevelt University evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.
In 2021, Roosevelt University accepted 92% of students, about 3,268 of the 3,541 students who applied.
Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Roosevelt University, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT. Admissions to Chicago College of Performing Arts is program very difficult.
It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.
Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you shine.
What does Roosevelt University consider during the admissions process? Listed below are factors commonly taken into consideration during admissions decisions.
Admissions Factor | Level |
---|---|
Academic GPA | Very Important |
Alumni/ae Relations | Considered |
Character/Personal Qualities | Considered |
Class Rank | Considered |
Extracurricular Activities | Considered |
Level of Applicant's Interest | Considered |
Application Essay | Considered |
First Generation | Considered |
Interview | Considered |
Recommendation(s) | Considered |
Rigor of Secondary School Record | Considered |
Talent/Ability | Considered |
Standardized Test Scores | Considered |
Make sure to check with Roosevelt University for more information on admission factors.
To apply to Roosevelt University, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with Roosevelt University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.
Area | Required | Recommended | Required for Some | Details (If Any) |
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Written Essay or Personal Statement | √ | |||
Interview | √ | |||
Other Requirements | √ | audition for music and theater programs | ||
Transcript of High School Record | √ | |||
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale) | 2.5 |
Students admitted to Roosevelt University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.1.
About GPAs
Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.
An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.
Roosevelt University considers ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.
Roosevelt University has a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.
In 2022, 44% of Roosevelt University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 11% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.
To be competitive with other Roosevelt University applicants, you should strive to earn between 870 and 1080 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Roosevelt University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1080 and 25% of scored lower than 870, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Roosevelt University student is 982.
On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Roosevelt University students scored 550 or higher and 75% of students scored 440 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Roosevelt University students scored 570 or higher, and 75% scored a 440 or higher.
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To be most competitive at Roosevelt University, you should strive to earn between 21 and 27 on the ACT.
An ACT score of 27 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Roosevelt University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 27, and three out of four students scored lower than 27 on the ACT.
A 21 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Roosevelt University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 21.
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For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Roosevelt University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.
Transfer students can enroll in Roosevelt University during the following terms:
• Fall Term
• Spring Term
• Summer Term
Can I defer my acceptance to Roosevelt University?
✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Roosevelt University.
Does Roosevelt University accept transfer credits?
✅ Roosevelt University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Roosevelt University accepts:
• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES
Does Roosevelt University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?
✅ Roosevelt University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.
Do I have to submit test scores to Roosevelt University?
❌ No, Roosevelt University is test optional, so you can make the call whether to include your test scores. If you have higher than average scores, you may want to send them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.
What is Roosevelt University's acceptance rate?
✅ Roosevelt University has an acceptance rate of 92%.
What is the early decision acceptance rate at Roosevelt University?
❌ Roosevelt University does not offer early decision.
What is the early action acceptance rate at Roosevelt University?
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Admission Difficulty
How hard is it to get into Roosevelt University? Roosevelt University is a somewhat selective institution. The Roosevelt University acceptance rate is 92%. This means that the institution accepts 92 out of every 100 applicants.
First-Year Applications are Due
Transfer Applications are Due
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Roosevelt University is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Roosevelt University is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
ACT Range
ACT Score
Estimated Chance
27 and Above
21 to 27
21 and Less
The median ACT score of an admitted student to Roosevelt University is 24. Students with an ACT score of 27 and above have a good chance of getting into Roosevelt University. Students with an ACT score that falls between 21 and 27 have an average chance of getting admitted, and students with an ACT score of 21 or below have a low chance of being offered admission.
Composite SAT Range
Math SAT Range
Reading SAT Range
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1080 and Above
870 to 1080
870 and Less
The median SAT score for Roosevelt University students is 982. Applicants with SAT scores of 1080 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Roosevelt University, while applicants with SAT scores between 870 to 1080 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 870 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Roosevelt University.
Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)
At Roosevelt University, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.13. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.
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