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INTERNATIONAL STUDY CENTER 

2016-2017 

A MODERN 

EDUCATION 

FOR A MODERN 

WORLD 

IN CHICAGO, AMERICA’S 3RD 

LARGEST CITY

#8 

Best university 

in America 

Ranked by students – 

Ratemyprofessor.com 2013

CONTENTS 

Take your education higher 2-3 

The Chicago campus 4-5 

First-class student experience 6-7 

Your International Study Center 8-9 

Your International Year One 10-13 

Pre-Master’s Program 14-16 

Direct admission to Roosevelt University 17 

College of Business 18-19 

College of Arts and Sciences 20-21 

Roosevelt and Chicago 22-25 

Maps 26-27 

How to apply 28 

Tuition fees and dates 29 

Making a difference 

in the world requires 

global perspective. 

Roosevelt University’s mission is simple: 

to bring together diverse viewpoints and put 

knowledge to work for good. International 

students are a vital part of that mission. Since 

our founding in 1945, we’ve welcomed and 

empowered all students to become socially 

conscious global leaders. 

At Roosevelt’s International Study Center, 

students come from across the world to pursue 

academic study while improving their English 

in the heart of downtown Chicago. Our talented 

faculty and staff also offer specialized support, 

helping international students achieve their 

academic goals while expanding their networks 

and skills in a world-class city. 

International students tell us they love Chicago 

because it is one of the largest and most diverse 

cities in the United States, and because it is also 

one of the friendliest. That welcoming spirit 

extends to Roosevelt, which is home to more 

than 5,500 students, 700 faculty members 

and many opportunities. Plus, our campus is 

located within minutes of theaters, museums, 

parks, Lake Michigan, delicious restaurants, and 

endless career and volunteer opportunities. 

Read on to discover why students from 

all over the world call Roosevelt, and Chicago, 

their second home. 

Samuel Rosenberg 

Roosevelt University Provost and Vice President 

for Academic Affairs 

isc.roosevelt.edu 

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TAKE YOUR 

EDUCATION 

HIGHER 

Rooted in history, Roosevelt is dedicated to providing a 

modern education for 21st century students in the world-class 

city of Chicago. Our professionally relevant degrees provide 

you with the tools to build your future with global companies. 

Roosevelt University facts 

+ + Year founded: 1945 

+ + Location: Chicago 

+ + Six colleges: Business, Arts and Sciences, Education, Performing Arts, 

Pharmacy and Professional Studies 

+ + University accreditations: all degree programs are accredited by the Higher 

Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools 

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21 

students in class (on 

average) means personal 

attention from professors 

36 

graduate programs 

to choose from 

60 

+ student groups for 

you to get involved in 

35 

+ undergraduate 

programs to prepare you 

for your future 

100 

+ Chicago neighborhoods 

and communities 

to explore 

400 

+ international students 

from 65 countries 

748 

faculty and professors 

and staff to teach and 

inspire you 

4 ,350 

students for you to meet 

on the Chicago campus 

5 ,500 

students (in total) at 

Roosevelt University 

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THE CHICAGO 

CAMPUS 

Set along the shore of Lake Michigan 

in the heart of Chicago, the five 

buildings of the Roosevelt University 

campus have everything you need 

to live and learn in one place. 

A High-Rise Community 

The Wabash Building is the centerpiece of our 21st 

century campus and is the perfect place to live, 

study, socialize and relax. The Wabash Building 

offers 32 floors of classrooms, labs, social spaces, 

cafeterias, fitness facilities, a student residence, and 

much more. You can study in state-of-the-art labs, 

take a yoga class at the gym, and catch up with 

friends in the coffee shop, all at the push of an 

elevator button. 

Modern Living 

The Wabash Building gives you the unique 

opportunity to fully experience student life through 

living in a friendly community of American and 

international students. You can also choose to live in 

the University Center, a modern residence located a 

few minutes’ walk from campus. 

Wabash Building facts 

+ + Opened in 2012 

+ + 6th tallest academic building in the world 

+ + 143 meters tall 

+ + 295 private rooms 

+ + 320 beds in shared rooms 

+ + 14 classrooms 

+ + 10 science laboratories 

+ + 38,516 square meters in total 

Historical Campus 

Connected to the Wabash building is the Auditorium 

Building. Built in 1889 and site of many movies, the 

building houses the University’s main library with 

more than 226,000 books and 27,000 e-books. 

The building also features the stunning Auditorium 

Theater and Ganz Hall. 

The ISC offices and classrooms are located in the 

University’s historic Gage Building on beautiful 

Michigan Avenue - across from Grant Park. Built in 

1898, the Gage Building exemplifies Roosevelt’s 

historic beauty and modern education. 

Both residence buildings offer shared occupancy as 

well as individual rooms. All bedrooms are modern 

and equipped with extra-long twin beds, wardrobe 

closets, desks, and desk chairs. 

The Wabash Building was built with our planet in 

mind – it has green roofs, motion-sensor lighting, 

energy and water efficient temperature and 

plumbing systems, and high-performance windows. 

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Live 

on floors 15-31: modern student residences 

with magnificent views of Lake Michigan 

Socialize 

on floors 14-15: community kitchen, laundry, 

media and recreation rooms 

Learn 

on floors 6-13: learning, research and 

teaching classrooms, and labs 

Keep fit 

on floor 5: state-of-the-art fitness center 

Join in 

on floor 3: student services, career 

development, and TV lounge 

Dine 

on floor 2: dining center and cafeteria, coffee 

shop, and market 


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FIRST-CLASS 

STUDENT 

EXPERIENCE 

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Our exceptional location, facilities, and welcoming 

community will ensure you have an unforgettable 

student experience. Whether you want to catch up 

with friends, join a student club, or try something 

new, we have what you are looking for. 

Try great food 

When you feel like relaxing with friends and enjoying a good meal, 

you can visit one of the friendly cafés and restaurants in the Wabash 

Building. The McCormick Dining Center serves up everything from 

quick grab-and-go snacks to full, home-style meals. For delicious fair 

trade coffee, smoothies, pizza and sandwiches, head over to the RU 

Metropolis Coffee Shop. 

Meal plans 

As a resident at the Wabash Building or the University Center, you 

will benefit from a standard meal plan, with upgrade options available 

on request. 

Get fit 

The state-of-the-art Barry Crown Fitness Center in the Wabash 

Building has everything you need to keep fit, including aerobic and 

strength-training machines, circuit machines, free weights, stability 

balls, jump ropes, and a fitness studio for group exercise, like Zumba 

and dance fitness. 

Enjoy sports 

Athletic competitions, intramural sport, and recreation events are held 

in the new Lillian and Larry Goodman Center. This modern athletics 

facility features a multi-purpose gymnasium with seating for 500 

people, varsity-athletics strength and conditioning center, and an 

athletics training room. 

SUPPORT THE LAKERS 

ROOSEVELT’S SPORTS 

TEAMS ARE CALLED 

THE LAKERS AND 

THEY COMPETE IN THE 

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION 

OF INTERCOLLEGIATE 

ATHLETICS (NAIA). 

CHEER THEM ON AT THE 

NEXT GAME! 

Join in 

You can get involved with more than 40 organizations and clubs in the 

Wabash Building. This is a great way to make new friends, network with 

professionals, and improve your leadership skills. You can choose to 

join the choral group, dance group, student newspaper, Asian Student 

Alliance, Association of Latin American Students, Roosevelt 

International Student Association, and many more. 


YOUR 

INTERNATIONAL 

STUDY CENTER 

The International Study Center (ISC) 

based in the historic Gage Building 

provides specialized pathway 

programs for students who want to 

pursue a bachelor’s or master’s degree 

program at Roosevelt University. 

Start here 

If you want to study at Roosevelt University but do 

not meet the English language entry requirements 

to enter the University directly, the ISC is the best 

place to start. 

Explore Chicago 

Every student has the choice to join the ISC Club, 

which organizes social activities and field trips 

designed to acquaint you with Chicago, American 

traditions, and your classmates. The Club also 

closely interacts with the University’s International 

Student Association. 

Progress to your degree 

Once you successfully complete your ISC program, 

you will join your chosen degree program at 

Roosevelt University. 

The ISC offers the following programs: 

+ + International Year One – 

leading to year two of an undergraduate degree 

+ + Pre-Master’s Program – 

leading to a graduate degree 

What you will learn 

You will study a combination of English language 

preparation, academic courses, and study skills 

training that will fully prepare you for studying your 

chosen degree at Roosevelt University. While 

studying at the ISC undergraduates also earn credit 

toward degree completion. 

Get support every step of the way 

Teachers and staff at the ISC will make you feel 

welcome from the first day you arrive on campus. We 

will help you adapt to living in America and build your 

confidence, so that you can succeed in your studies, 

make new friends, and reach your educational and 

professional goals. 

IAROSLAV LUTSENKO 

FROM UKRAINE 

PRE-MASTER’S PROGRAM, MBA 

All of the people have different backgrounds, not just 

international students. I started to talk with people and they all 

have different life experiences. It impressed me that we can 

connect with each other and find something in common, all 

through Roosevelt University. 

ISC student Iaroslav participated in the Roosevelt 

University Student Leadership Summit 2014. Students 

from all parts of the university joined together on this 

weekend retreat, sponsored by the Center for Student 

Involvement, to focus on leadership development, social 

justice, and how to become better agents of social change. 

Iaroslav recognized that all the knowledge he gained in the 

leadership summit was important and memorable, and he 

plans to apply it in his daily life. The summit also gave him 

the opportunity to discover that he possesses the potential 

and qualities needed to become a great leader. 

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YOUR INTERNATIONAL YEAR ONE 

The International Year One program is equivalent to the first year of 

an undergraduate degree. You will improve your English and study 

skills while taking classes that prepare you for the second year of 

undergraduate study at Roosevelt University. 

STUDY PLAN OPTIONS * YEAR 2 

DIRECT ADMISSION 

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS 

English: 

TOEFL 80 overall (18 in Writing, 17 in other bands) 

IETLS 6.5 (6.0 in Writing, 5.5 in other bands) 

Academic: 2.5 GPA 

INTAKE: August, January 

UNIVERSITY DEGREE TIMELINE 

YEAR 1 

SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 

YEAR 2 


YEAR 3 


YEAR 4 


WHAT IS YOUR ENGLISH LEVEL? 

2 SEMESTER 8 MONTHS 


English: 

TOEFL 70 

IELTS 6.0 (no minimum bands) 

Password 6.0 (Knowledge), 5.5 (Writing) 

Embassy English B2** 



English: 

TOEFL 60 

IELTS 5.5 all bands 

Password 5.5 (Knowledge and Writing) 

SEM 1 SEM 2 

IY1 

YEAR 1 

SEM 1 SEM 2 SEM 3 

IY1 

YEAR 1 


YEAR 2 


YEAR 3 


YEAR 3 


YEAR 4 


YEAR 4 


GRADUATION 

4 SEMESTER 16 MONTHS 


English: 

TOEFL 45 



SEM 1 SEM 2 SEM 3 SEM 4 

EAP* IY1 

YEAR 1 

YEAR 2 


YEAR 3 


YEAR 4 


PATHWAY 

ENTRY REQUIREMENT 

English: Specific for each pathway. See above. 

Academic: 2.5 GPA 

INTAKE: August, January, May 

* Please contact your local representative for equivalency details. 

** Students who have completed a 12-week or longer Embassy English program 

and are at level B2 or higher are also qualified for the 2-semester IY1. 

*** English for Academic Purposes. 

Year 2 Matriculation requirements: IY1 students must maintain a 2.0 or 

higher GPA (overall GPA and credit course GPA), pass an exit interview advising 

session, take an exit Password test (no minimum score), and maintain an 

aggregate attendance of 80% or more in all classes. 

YOU WILL EARN UP TO 

28 CREDITS DURING 

THE INTERNATIONAL 

YEAR ONE PROGRAM 

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Once you complete your International Year One program, you will be able 

to join year two of one of the following undergraduate degrees: 

Progression degree options 

Business 

+ + Accounting 

+ + Finance 

+ + Hospitality and Tourism 

Management 

+ + Human Resource Management 

+ + Management 

+ + Marketing 

+ + Social Entrepreneurship 

Arts and Sciences 

+ + Actuarial Science 

+ + African American Studies 

+ + Biochemistry 

+ + Biology 

+ + Chemistry 

+ + Computer Science 

+ + Criminal Justice 

+ + Data Analytics 

+ + Economics 

+ + English 

+ + History 

+ + Information Technology 

+ + Integrated Marketing 

Communications 

+ + International Studies 

+ + Journalism 

+ + Legal Studies 

+ + Mathematics 

+ + Media Studies 

+ + Philosophy 

+ + Political Science 

+ + Psychology 

+ + Social Justice Studies 

+ + Sociology 

Professional Studies 

+ + Paralegal Studies 

+ + Sustainability Studies 

Education 

+ + Early Childhood Education 

+ + Educational Studies 

Pre-Professional Programs 

+ + Pre-Dentistry 

+ + Pre-Medicine 

+ + Pre-Pharmacy 

+ + Pre-Veterinary Medicine 

ALL DEGREES ARE 

AVAILABLE FOR 

BOTH ISC PATHWAY 

AND DIRECT 

ADMISSION. 


SAMPLE INTERNATIONAL YEAR ONE (IY1) CURRICULUM * – FOR NON-SCIENCE MAJORS 

Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3 Semester 4 

2-Semester 

Program 

EAP Courses: 

College Life I 

Listening & Speaking III 

Grammar III 

Academic Courses: 

PSYC 203: Coping with 

Stress (3 cr) 

ENG 101: Composition I: 

Critical Reading & Writing 

(3 cr) 

BIOL 111: Human Biology 

(3 cr) 

Biology Lab (1 cr) 

EAP Courses: 

Reading & Writing III 


ART 101: Introduction 

to Visual Arts (3 cr) 

HIST 107: US History since 

1865 (3 cr) 

ECON 101: Principles 

of Economics (3 cr) 

ENG 102: Composition II: 

Intro to Academic 

Research (3 cr) 

MATH 116: Finite Math 

MATH 121: College 

Algebra 

MATH: 231 Calculus I 

(3 cr) 

Full-time degree study 


3-Semester 

Program 

EAP Courses: 

Reading & Writing II 

Listening & Speaking II 

Grammar II 


PHSC 101: Physical 

Geography (3 cr) 

MATH: Finite Math, 

College Algebra or 

Calculus I (3 cr) 

EAP Courses: 



Grammar III 



Stress (3 cr) 

ENG 101: College Writing I 

(3 cr) 


(3 cr) 


EAP Courses: 

Critical Thinking I or II 

as appropriate 





HIST 107: US History 

Since 1865 (3 cr) 

ECON 101 Principles 


ENG 102: Research 

Writing (3 cr) 


4 -Semester 

Program 

EAP Courses: 

Reading I 

Writing I 

Listening & Speaking I 

Grammar I 

EAP Courses: 



Grammar II 


PHSC 101: Physical 

Geography (3 cr) 

MATH: Finite Math, or 

College Algebra or 

Calculus I (3 cr) 

EAP Courses: 



Grammar III 



Stress (3 cr) 


(3 cr) 


(3 cr) 


EAP Courses: 








Since 1865 (3 cr) 

ECON 101 Principles 




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* These charts represent a sample combination of coursework. Courses and titles may change at any time. To learn more please contact your Study Group Student Enrollment Advisor. 

For scheduling reasons, students are advised that some Roosevelt classes at the undergraduate and graduate levels may be in the evening.

PROGRESSION GUIDE † 

When do 

your classes 

start at the 

ISC? 

How long is your ISC 

program? 

When will you 

progress to your 

degree? 

Will you be eligible for 

a summer break 

before you leave the 


† A student is required to complete 

his/ her study plan at the ISC 

consecutively, and without semester 

breaks. 

Students who have completed 

their ISC programs are eligible to 

take summer break. 

August 2015 

January 2016 

May 2016 

2-semester August 2016 Yes, summer of 2016* 

3-semester August 2016 No 

4-semester January 2017 No 







* In some programs a May/June start 

may be available depending upon 

summer course offerings. 

SAMPLE IY1 CURRICULUM – FOR SCIENCE MAJORS 

Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3 Semester 4 

2-Semester 

Program 

EAP Courses: 



Grammar III 



Stress (3 cr) 


(3 cr) 

MATH: College Algebra 

or Calculus I (3 cr) 

EAP Courses: 





CHEM 201: General 

Chemistry (3 cr) 

Chemistry Lab (2 cr) 


Since 1865 (3 cr) 




to Visual Arts (3 credits) 



3-Semester 

Program 

EAP Courses: 



Grammar II 



Stress (3 cr) 



MATH Prep: To prepare, 

as necessary, for College 

Algebra or Calculus 

(non credit) 

EAP Courses: 



Grammar III 



Since 1865 (3 cr) 


(3 cr) 



EAP Courses: 













4 -Semester 

Program 

EAP Courses: 

Reading I 

Writing I 

Listening & Speaking I 

Grammar I 

EAP Courses: 



Grammar II 



Stress (3 cr) 

ART 101: Introduction to 

Visual Arts (3 cr) 

MATH Prep: To prepare, 

as necessary, for College 

Algebra or Calculus 

(non credit) 

EAP Courses: 



Grammar III 



Since 1865 (3 cr) 


(3 cr) 



EAP Courses: 













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PRE-MASTER’S PROGRAM 

The Pre-Master’s Program will prepare you for studying a graduate 

degree. This includes additional English language skills and the 

academic support to succeed in your degree and your future career. 

STUDY PLAN OPTIONS 



English: 

TOEFL 80 overall 

IETLS 6.5 

Academic: 2.75 GPA* 

INTAKE: August, January 

UNIVERSITY DEGREE TIMELINE 

WHAT IS YOUR ENGLISH LEVEL? 

SEM 1 

1 SEMESTER 4 MONTHS PMP 


English: 

TOEFL 70 

IELTS 6.0 (no minimum bands) 

Password 6.0 (Knowledge), 5.5 (Writing) 



English: 

TOEFL 60 



Embassy English level B2*** 

SEM 1 

PMP 

SEM 2 

YEAR 1 


YEAR 1 


YEAR 1 


YEAR 2 ** 


YEAR 2 ** 


YEAR 2 ** 


GRADUATION 

PATHWAY 


English: Specific for each pathway. See above. 

Academic: 2.75 GPA* 

INTAKE: August, January, May 

* Please contact your local representative for equivalency details. 

** Graduate degree programs generally range from 1-2 years. 

Varies by program and student. Depending on these factors, 

Year 2 may not be required for some students. 

*** Students who have completed a 12-week or longer Embassy 

English program and are at level B2 or higher are also qualified for 

the 2-semester PMP. 

Graduate degree progression requirements: Cumulative GPA of 

3.0 or higher; aggregate attendance of 80% or more in all classes; 

exit interview; exit assessment English exam score. Select 

graduate programs may have specific prerequisite requirements. 

JOU-HUA “MOMO” CHEN 

FROM TAIWAN 

INTEGRATED MARKETING 

COMMUNICATIONS 

In the US, you can broaden your horizons. 

In Taiwan, it is all about the tests. At Roosevelt 

I have learned to think critically, here I learn to 

be brave and try my own ideas. 

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ONCE YOU COMPLETE YOUR PRE-MASTER’S PROGRAM, YOU WILL BE ABLE 

TO START ONE OF THE FOLLOWING GRADUATE DEGREES: 

Master of Business 

Administration (MBA) 

37 credits 

17 concentrations 

+ + Accounting 

+ + Accounting Forensics 

+ + Economics 

+ + Finance 

+ + Hospitality Mangement 

+ + Human Resource Management 

+ + Industrial/Organizational 

Psychology 

+ + Information Systems 


Communications 

+ + International Business 

+ + Management 

+ + Managing Nonprofit Organiztions 

+ + Marketing 

+ + Public Administration/ 

Health Service Administration 

+ + Real Estate 

+ + Social Entrepreneurship 

+ + Training and Development 

Master of Science (MS) Degrees 

+ + Accounting Forensics, 31 

+ + Accounting, 31 

+ + Biology, 33 

+ + Biotechnology and Chemical 

Science, 36 

+ + Computer Science, 33 

+ + Hospitality and Tourism 

Management, 30 

+ + Human Resource 

Management, 31 


Communications, 36 

+ + Mathematics, 33 

Math includes 3 concentrations: 

– Actuarial Science* 

– Computer Science 

– Statistics 

+ + Real Estate, 31 

Master of Public Administration 

(MPA) 

36 credits 

3 concentrations 

+ + Health Services Management 

+ + Government Management 

+ + Non-profit Management 

Master of Arts (MA) Degrees 

+ + Biomedical Sciences, 26 

+ + Early Childhood Education, 36 

+ + Economics, 36 

+ + Sociology, 36 

* Accelerated 5-year BS/MS options available 

WHAT IS A 

CONCENTRATION? 

A CONCENTRATION 

CONSISTS OF THREE 

COURSES CHOSEN 

FROM A SINGLE 

SUBJECT AREA. WITH 

A CONCENTRATION, 

YOU STUDY A MORE 

SPECIALIZED AREA 

OF YOUR DEGREE 

OR MAJOR. 


PRE-MASTER’S PROGRAM SAMPLE CURRICULUM * 

1-Semester Program 

Semester 1 Semester 2 

EAP † Courses 



Grammar III 

US Culture II 

Critical Thinking II 

Academic Course 

To be confirmed upon 

enrollment 


* For scheduling reasons, students are advised that some 

Roosevelt classes at the undergraduate and graduate levels 

may be in the evening. 

† 

EAP: English for Academic Purposes. 

The chart serves as a guide only. 

2-Semester Program 

EAP Courses 



Grammar II 

US Culture I 

Critical Thinking I 

EAP Courses 



Grammar III 

US Culture II 

Critical Thinking II 

Academic Course 

To be confirmed upon 

enrollment 

PROGRESSION GUIDE † 

When do 

your classes 

start at the 


How long is 

your ISC 

program? 

When will you 

progress to your 

degree? 

Will you be eligible 

for a summer break 

before you leave the 


† A student’s ISC study plan is determined by his/her arrival 

English placement test, and can be longer or shorter than 

his/her original study plan in the offer letter. 

Students are required to complete their study plan 

at the ISC consecutively without semester breaks. 

Students who have completed their ISC program are eligible 

to take summer break. 

August 2016 

January 2017 

May 2017 







* In some programs a May/June start may be available 

depending upon summer course offerings. 

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TO ROOSEVELT UNIVERSITY 

If you have a higher level of English and 

do not require the transitional academic 

help offered by our International Year 

One or Pre-Master’s programs, the 

International Study Center can also 

help you apply for Direct Admission to 

Roosevelt University. 

Direct admission to Roosevelt’s 

bachelor’s degree programs: 

You need to have a GPA of 2.5 or higher 

and meet the following English requirements: 

• TOEFL iBT 80 (minimum 18 in writing and 17 

in other bands) 

• IELTS 6.5 (minimum 6.0 in writing and 5.5 

in other bands) 

Refer to page 11 for a full list of degree options. 

HOW DO CREDITS 

WORK? 

EACH DEGREE 

PROGRAM REQUIRES 

A SET NUMBER OF 

CREDITS TO GRADUATE. 

EACH COURSE 

REPRESENTS A FIXED 

NUMBER OF CREDITS 

TOWARDS YOUR GOAL. 

Direct admission to Roosevelt’s 

master’s degree programs: 

You need to have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. 

The general English requirement is TOEFL iBT 80 

or IELTS 6.5. However, some departments have 

specific requirements on writing. We suggest that 

you check with the ISC Admissions Manager before 

submitting your application. 

Refer to page 15 for a full list of degree options. 

Please see Page 28 for detailed contact information 

of our admissions office. 


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COLLEGE OF BUSINESS 

RISE UP IN THE WORLD OF BUSINESS 

The College of Business 

provides degrees that 

are firmly focused on 

practical application, 

giving you the best 

opportunity to develop 

critical skills for success 

in today’s competitive 

global business 

environment. 

DEGREE PROGRAM 

HIGHLIGHTS 

Accounting (BSBA, MS and MBA) 

Programs in accounting will fully 

prepare you to pursue a rewarding 

career in public accounting, 

managerial accounting, 

governmental or non-profit 

accounting. 

Human Resource Management 

(BSBA, MS, and MBA) 

These programs are designed to 

provide you with the knowledge 

required to be a successful 

human resource manager. The 

undergraduate program teaches 

the fundamentals of the 

management of human 

resources, while the graduate 

program focuses on the in-depth 

understanding of the behavioral 

science theories and the laws and 

practices of contemporary Human 

Resource Management. 

Hospitality and Tourism 

Management (BSHTM, MS and 

MBA) 

With its world-class hotels, 

restaurants, rich blend of ethnic 

cultures, arts and entertainment, 

sports and recreation, Chicago is 

the best place to learn the 

hospitality and tourism industry. 

This program will prepare you for 

a career within lodging 

management, food and beverage 

management, and meeting, 

events, convention, and exhibition 

management. Other subject areas 

include tourism administration, 

and casino and club 

management. 

Real Estate (MS and MBA) 

These programs combine urban 

economics with practical real estate 

experience, leading to careers 

within real estate development, 

management, finance, research 

and project planning. 

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OTHER BUSINESS 

PROGRAMS INCLUDE: 

Finance (BSBA and MBA) 

Finance allows you to major in 

both traditional and emerging 

financial fields. These courses 

will give you a broad exposure to 

contemporary issues in the 

financial world and prepare you 

for employment in corporate 

finance, banking, securities 

exchanges, and personal 

financial planning. 

Management (BSBA and MBA) 

This degree is designed to 

emphasize human values and to 

develop a sense of responsibility 

to employers, employees, 

consumers, and the community. 

This will prepare you to manage 

your own business or to seek 

managerial positions in industry. 

Marketing (BSBA and MBA) 

Marketing courses stress the 

relationship between the 

behavioral and social sciences 

and the marketing concepts 

employed by an organization. 

Students pursuing a Marketing 

degree may expect to gain 

positions in industry, not-forprofits, 

retail institutions, 

advertising agencies or marketing 

consulting firms. 

Social Enterprise (BSBA and 

MBA) 

Social entrepreneurs start and 

build organizations that make a 

difference to communities as well 

as boost economic growth. This 

unique program creates the 

opportunity to use your business 

skills to make a significant 

contribution to shaping the “new” 

social sector. 


COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES 

ELEVATE YOUR IDEAS 

As the University’s 

largest college, the 

College of Arts and 

Sciences offers a broad 

range of disciplines. 

You will be exposed to 

ideas and debate, and 

have the opportunity to 

gain a wide platform of 

knowledge and skills, 

tailored for today’s 

dynamic career 

landscape. 

DEGREE PROGRAM 

HIGHLIGHTS 

Integrated Marketing 

Communications (BA, MS, MBA) 

These programs will prepare you 

to meet the challenges of working 

in companies and non-profits in 

the US and around the world. You 

will learn how to build brands, 

create reputations, manage crises, 

and develop and launch new 

products and services. This 

program leads to careers in 

advertising, public relations, 

promotional marketing, and other 

communications professions. You 

can also earn an MBA 

concentration of this program 

through the College of Business. 

Political Science (BA) 

Chicago is a global and diverse 

city, home to a large number of 

local, state and national 

government offices, international 

non-governmental organizations, 

political consultancies, non-profit 

advocacy groups, and labor 

organizations, providing 

outstanding opportunities for 

graduates of this program. 

International Studies (BA) 

Home to international 

organizations, government 

offices, advocacy centers and 

think tanks, Chicago is the natural 

place to study this degree. You 

will learn about the international 

system with a focus on social 

justice. Career options include 

intergovernmental organizations 

such as the United Nations, aid 

and development work, 

democracy promotion, and 

international law. 

Public Administration (MPA) 

The graduate program leading to 

the Master of Public 

Administration (MPA) will prepare 

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you for management roles in 

government, criminal justice, 

health, and environmental firms. 

Studies include six core 

management and analysis 

courses, plus courses in policy, 

service learning, and other 

specialized courses. 

Mathematics (BA) 

This degree will prepare you for a 

variety of jobs and careers, 

whether you want to be a 

mathematics teacher or to go to 

graduate school. A five-year MS 

Mathematics accelerated program 

is also available. 

Actuarial Science (BA) 

This program will prepare you for 

the professional exams of the 

Society of Actuaries and the 

Casualty Actuary Society. 

Roosevelt graduates pass 

professional exams with a success 

rate that exceeds the national 

average. Graduates find 

employment with insurance 

companies, banks, financial 

planning and investment 

companies, consulting firms, 

public accounting firms, large 

industrial corporations, and 

government. 


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ROOSEVELT AND CHICAGO 

MEAN BUSINESS 

Roosevelt attracts 

students from around 

the world who want to 

study in a global and 

diverse city. Chicago is 

home to leading Fortune 

500 companies, has a 

thriving start-up and 

tech entrepreneurship 

scene, and boasts a 

gross regional product 

of $496 billion. 

Global capital 

Chicago is easily accessible, 

making it the ideal location for 

meetings and conventions. 

Influential leaders from politics, 

business, and entertainment live 

and visit Chicago because of its 

importance in the world. 

City of innovation 

Chicago has a solid reputation for 

groundbreaking research and 

development (R&D) facilities – 

the area is home to 250 corporate 

R&D facilities. 

DIGVIJAY RATHORE FROM INDIA 

MBA, HOSPITALITY 

I chose Roosevelt because I wanted to 

pursue Hospitality and Tourism and 

Chicago has so many job opportunities. 

The best thing about Roosevelt is the 

way they teach us, it is very practical. 

Careers start at Roosevelt 

You will benefit from the 

University’s Office of Career 

Development, strong links with 

leading businesses and 

organizations, and internship 

opportunities in the global city 

of Chicago. 

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Internship with top firms 

Internships are the most effective 

way to gain industry work 

experience, put classroom theory 

into practice and establish career 

contacts and relationships. 

Recent internships include: 

+ + American Bar Association 

+ + City of Chicago 

+ + Federal Reserve Bank of 

Chicago 

+ + Federation of International 

Trade Associations 

+ + Hilton Hotels and Resorts 

+ + JP Morgan 

+ + KPMG 

+ + Merrill Lynch 

+ + Morgan Stanley 

+ + PricewaterhouseCoopers 

CURRICULAR 

PRACTICAL TRAINING 

(CPT) AND OPTIONAL 

PRACTICAL TRAINING 

(OPT) AVAILABLE. 

Global firms on your doorstep 

You will have easy access to 29 

Fortune 500 companies and 400 

major corporations with 

headquarters in Chicago: 

+ + Abbott Laboratories 

+ + Allstate 

+ + Aon 

+ + The Boeing Company 

+ + Exelon 

+ + Kraft Foods 

+ + McDonald’s 

+ + Motorola 

+ + United Airlines 

+ + Walgreens 

Support for your career 

Roosevelt’s Office of Career 

Development provides ongoing 

guidance and support to ensure 

you stand out in the graduate job 

market. Services include: 

+ + Career advice to help you 

explore your job options 

+ + Networking events to meet 

prospective employers 

+ + Résumé and cover letter writing 

skills workshops 

+ + Interview practice and 

techniques to build your 

confidence 

+ + Mentoring and advice from 

previous students 

+ + Career and internship fairs to 

connect with employers 

+ + On-campus recruitment with 

local employers 

+ + Access to online career 

planning software 

+ + Social media networking 

opportunities 


A+ 

ROOSEVELT STUDENTS 

LOVE THE LOCAL AREA 

AND GAVE IT AN A+ IN 

THE 2015 NICHE.COM 

REPORT. HOUSING, 

CAMPUS QUALITY, 

DIVERSITY, AND 

TRANSPORTATION ALL 

RECEIVED ‘As’ TOO. 

EXPLORE AND GROW IN CHICAGO 

As a student at Roosevelt you will 

live in the heart of downtown 

Chicago, a spectacular city filled with 

parks, museums, dining, shops, live 

music, and theaters. 

Jewel of the Midwest 

Chicago is widely known for its Midwestern 

hospitality - the epitome of friendliness. It is a safe, 

clean city that warmly welcomes people from all 

over the globe. 

Rich in every way 

Chicago is ethnically and culturally rich, with a 

multitude of diverse neighborhoods. Museums, 

concerts, parades, and festivals are all over the 

city and many occur in the park across the street 

from Roosevelt. 

Amazing food 

If you love food and eating out, Chicago is the place 

to be. The city is home to some of the best food in 

the US, ranking in the top 10 for big-name 

restaurants, ethnic cuisine, and burgers. People visit 

from all over the world to try the famous Chicago 

deep dish pizza. 

Top things to see and do in this great city: 

+ + Visit Skydeck Chicago in Willis Tower to view the 

city from 1,353 feet 

+ + Explore the ocean and meet Galapagos Islands 

animals at Shedd Aquarium 

+ + Catch a Chicago Cubs baseball game at 

Wrigley Field 

+ + Take in a show at the legendary Chicago Theatre, 

open since 1921 

+ + Experience the Riverwalk downtown, with dining, 

cultural, and recreational activities 

+ + Wander down The 606 trail, a one-of-a-kind 

elevated park 

+ + Discover an extensive collection of impressionist 

paintings at the Art Institute of Chicago 

+ + Visit Chicago’s Chinatown, offering authentic food 

and shopping 

+ + See stars and fly through the universe at the Adler 

Planetarium 

+ + Enjoy great shopping and dining at The 

Magnificent Mile 

+ + Experience Lincoln Park, designed by famed 

architect Frederick Law Olmsted and home to the 

admissions-free Lincoln Park Zoo 

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500 400 

+ parks where you can 

+ art galleries, museums, 

relax in nature or enjoy 

theaters, and landmarks 

recreation to discover 

GETTING AROUND 

CHICAGO IS EASY TO 

WALK AROUND. BUSES 

AND TRAINS ALSO 

OPERATE AROUND 

THE CITY, CONNECTING 

40 DIFFERENT 

NEIGHBORHOODS. 

42 

miles of lakefront for you 

to explore 

7 ,000 

+ restaurants serving food 

from around the world 


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Seattle 

Los Angeles 

Campus locations 

CHICAGO RIVER 

E LOWER WACKER DR 

W UPPER WACKER DR 

W RANDOLPH ST 

E RANDOLPH DR 

26 

LOWER WACKER DR 

W WASHINGTON ST 

CIVIC OPERA HOUSE 

W MADISON ST 

W MONROE ST 

W ADAM ST 

WILLIS (SEARS) TOWER 

W JACKSON BLVD 

VAN BUREN ST 

W CONGRESS PKWY 

W HARRISON ST 

UNIVERSITY CENTER 

OF CHICAGO 

THE STUDIO 

AT 218 

GAGE 

BUILDING 

5 

HAROLD 

WASHINGTON 

LIBRARY 

6 

WABASH 

BUILDING 

1 

2 

4 

3 

AUDITORIUM 

BUILDING 

GOODMAN 

CENTER 

S MICHIGAN AVE 

MILLENNIUM 

PARK 

E MONROE ST 

E JACKSON DR 

THE ART INSTITUTE 

OF CHICAGO 

GRANT PARK 

BUCKINGHAM 

FOUNTAIN 

S LAKE SHORE DR 

LAKE MICHIGAN

Chicago 

New York 

Boston 

Washington, D.C. 

FIND YOUR 

WAY TO 

ROOSEVELT 

Houston 

Miami 

ROOSEVELT UNIVERSITY 

CAMPUS LOCATIONS 

NEARBY AIRPORTS 

O’HARE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT 

27 km from downtown 

One of the largest airports in the 

world, offering flights to 200+ 

international destinations 

MIDWAY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT 

16 km from downtown 

Offering flights to 60+ destinations 

1 Wabash Building 

2 Auditorium Building 

3 Gage Building and 

International Study Center 

4 Goodman Center 

5 University Center 

6 Studio at 218 


HOW TO APPLY 

APPLICATION CHECKLIST AND REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION: 

Official scanned documents accepted for the application process 

Original, sealed academic transcripts and proof of graduation are required upon arrival. 

All applicants 

· A complete and accurate application form including intended 

degree program, email address and telephone number 

· Identification pages of your passport 

· Current I-20 and visa, if studying in the U.S. 

· Certified, full transcripts of all your qualifications, translated 

into English with the translation authenticated 

· Certified copy of official proof of graduation, translated into 

English with translation authenticated if available at time 

of application 

Additional graduate requirements 

· External credential evaluation report: contact Admissions 

Manager for details on this process 

· The following documents may be required 

• GRE/GMAT 

• Letter(s) of Recommendation 

• Personal Statement 

• Resume 

* 

Password and Embassy language test results not accepted for Direct Admission 

· Official test scores from English proficiency language test: 

IELTS, TOEFL iBT, Password and Embassy accepted * 

RECEIVE YOUR UNIVERSITY OFFER CONGRATULATIONS! 

CONFIRM 

· Sign acceptance of offer form, 

submit enrollment deposit 

· Submit a scanned copy or original 

recent bank document (dated within 

three months) translated into English 

indicating sufficient funds 

· Receive I-20 for your visa interview 

BEFORE YOU ARRIVE 

· Submit your online housing application 

(if living on-campus) 

· Notify us when you have received your visa 

· Send your flight arrival information form 

· Pay your remaining tuition balance 

· Prepare your medical immunization records 

· Review your pre-arrival documents 

WHEN YOU ARRIVE 

· Bring your original academic 

records in sealed envelopes 

with the school stamp or seal 

CONNECT WITH 

ROOSEVELT 

UNIVERSITY 

Our Student Enrollment Advisors 

speak a variety of languages. We will 

do our best to contact you in your 

preferred language. 

APPLY ONLINE 


APPLY BY POST 

Roosevelt University 

International Study Center 

18 S. Michigan Avenue, Gage 211, 

Chicago, IL 60603, USA 

APPLY BY EMAIL 

naadmissions@studygroup.com 

APPLY VIA A LOCAL AGENT 

Please contact your agent if you have any 

questions. 

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TUITION FEES AND DATES 

2016/17 TUITION AND FEES * 

ISC Programs Duration Tuition 

International Year 1 2 semesters $28,120 

International Year 1 3 semesters $36,920 

International Year 1 

English for 

Academic Purposes 

+ 3 semesters 

$43,820 

Pre-Master’s Program 1 semester $12,900 

Pre-Master’s Program 2 semesters $21,300 

Fees Duration Costs 

Room and board, based on 

double occupancy with meal 

plan** 

Academic year $9,227 

On-campus housing deposit** $500 

Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) 

Ventra Card 

Semester $138 

Roosevelt student insurance Academic year $2,803 

Undergraduate General Fee Semester $125 

Direct Admission Duration Tuition 

Undergraduate degree (12-18 credits per semester) 

Business Academic Year $28,665 

Non-Business Academic Year $28,119 

Graduate degree (9-12 credits per semester) 

Business Academic Year $22,000 

Education Academic Year $17,639 

Graduate General Fee Semester $150 

Student Activity Fee Semester $25 

** Housing contracts are for one academic year (9 months - August to May). Additional fees apply 

for summer housing and meal plans. There are various accommodation and meal plan options 

to choose. The accommodation and meal plan rates listed are one possible combination. Total 

estimated costs will vary if alternative options are selected. A student who signs up for housing 

cannot cancel mid-year; this is a breach of contract and the student will not be released from the 

contract. Graduate students can live in a student residence if they like, but they are not required to 

do so. All undergraduate students must live in campus housing for the first two academic years of 

study at the university. 

Students starting in January and August are automatically enrolled in the Roosevelt University 

student health insurance plan unless proof of acceptable alternative insurance is shown prior to 

arrival. Students starting in May must purchase insurance individually and directly from 

https://roosevelt.myahpcare.com 

Hospitality & Tourism 

Management 

Academic Year $18,941 

Biomedical Sciences Academic Year $29,810 

MA/MPA/MS in College of 

Arts & Sciences 

Academic Year $18,996 

* All tuition and fees are estimated, quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change at any time 

without notice. Actual costs will vary depending on the program and duration of study. For the 

most current information on tuition and fees, visit isc.roosevelt.edu 

START DATES * 

Semester Dorm move-in Program Begins Vacation Semester ends 

Fall 2016 August 20, 2016 August 22–26, 2016 

Labor Day: 5 September 2016 

Thanksgiving: 22–27 November 2016 

December 17, 

2016 

Spring 2017 January 10, 2017 January 11–13, 2017 MLK Day: January 16, 2017 May 8, 2017 

Summer 2017 May 24, 2017 May 25–26, 2017 

Memorial Day: 29 May 2017 

Independence Day: 4 July 2017 

August 7, 2017 

* Students should not plan to report to Roosevelt after the program begins. 

Students are not allowed to leave Roosevelt for vacations or breaks before the last day of exams. 

Dates above per Roosevelt Academic Calendar (subject to change), retrieved from roosevelt.edu/Academics/Calendar.aspx 


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INTERNATIONAL STUDY CENTER 


Roosevelt University International Study Center is part of Study Group, a global leader in preparing students 

for international academic success and rewarding careers through a life-changing learning experience. We offer 

customised programmes across higher, language and online education starting from high school to life-long learning. 

Study Group taught more than 73,000 students from 145 countries across the UK, Europe, USA, Canada, Australia 

and New Zealand in 2015. 

Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/RooseveltUniversity 

ROOSEVELT UNIVERSITY 

CHICAGO INTERNATIONAL 

STUDY CENTER 

18 S. Michigan Ave., Suite 211 

Chicago, IL, 60603 | 1 312 281 3166 

naadmissions@studygroup.com 

Disclaimer 

This brochure is issued for the general guidance of students considering entry to Roosevelt University International Study Centre from 2016. 

The information is correct at the time of going to press and the programs and services described herein are those which Study Group is planning 

to offer. However, Study Group reserves the right to amend, add or remove any program and/or services set out in this brochure and/or the 

timetable, delivery, content syllabus and assessment of such programs. Roosevelt University (where applicable) also reserves the right to amend 

the regulations governing those programs without prior notice. Study Group therefore strongly recommends that immediately prior to making 

any application to Study Group or accepting any offer from Study Group students should refer to the most up-to-date version of the program 

descriptions and specifications and the regulations on the Roosevelt University International Study Centre website. Study Group also reserves 

the right to make variations to the contents and methods of delivery of the programs and services, to discontinue programs and services and/or 

to combine and merge programs, if such action is reasonably considered to be necessary by Study Group. Applicants to Study Group programs 

will be notified as soon as practicable of any material changes likely to have a bearing on their application, such as cancellation of, or major 

modification to programs offered, changes to accommodation provision or fees and charges to be levied where applicable. 

Neither Roosevelt University nor Study Group shall be liable for any errors or omissions that may be contained. 

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