Roosevelt University Admission Requirements

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Roosevelt University Admission Overview

Roosevelt University admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Roosevelt University admitted 97.2% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.13 GPA (B) and SAT 895-1175 / ACT 18-26. Roosevelt University is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Roosevelt University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

97.2%

Admission Standards

Easy

Applicant Competition

Very Low

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Admission difficulty for Roosevelt University

Acceptance Rate

The Roosevelt University acceptance rate is 97.2%. Last year, 7,216 of 7,427 applicants were admitted. That is the 56th lowest acceptance rate in Illinois.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Roosevelt University and can you get accepted?

Roosevelt University is an easy school to get into, admitting most applicants. You have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

Roosevelt University typically attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.13. 9% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Roosevelt University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.13

Typical High School Grades

B

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.13

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Roosevelt University typically have around a 3.13 GPA (B) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have about average high school grades. Roosevelt University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #52 in Illinois for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.1 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.

High school GPA ranges for enrolled Roosevelt University freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 9.3% Good
3.75 to 3.99 8.2% Good
3.50 to 3.74 13.9% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 11.7% Avg +
3.00 to 3.24 16.3% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 23.4% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 16.3% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 0.9% Reach
less than 1.00 0% Reach

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Roosevelt University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

895-1175

Freshmen who sent SAT

23%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 465
  • Math 430
  • Composite 895
SAT 25th percentile scores for Roosevelt University

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 600
  • Math 575
  • Composite 1175
SAT 75th percentile scores for Roosevelt University

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Roosevelt University typically score around a 1040 SAT (middle 50% 895–1175) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 47th percentile nationally. Roosevelt University ranks #31 in the state of Illinois for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 895 to 1175

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Roosevelt University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1040 SAT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at Roosevelt University
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1175+ Above 75th >98%
1040 to 1175 Avg + 97%-98%
895 to 1040 Avg - 94%-97%
Below 895 Below mid-50 <94%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Roosevelt University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

18-26

Freshmen reporting ACT

4%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 17
  • Math 16
  • Composite 18
ACT 25th percentile scores for Roosevelt University

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 26
  • Math 26
  • Composite 26
ACT 75th percentile scores for Roosevelt University

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Roosevelt University typically have around a 22 ACT (mid-50 18–26) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 63rd percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Roosevelt University places #33 among colleges in Illinois for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 18 to 26

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to Roosevelt University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 22.0 ACT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at Roosevelt University
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
26+ Above 75th >98%
22 to 26 Avg + 97%-98%
18 to 22 Avg - 94%-97%
Below 18 Below mid-50 <94%

How to read these figures

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Estimate How You Compare

See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.

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Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.

Roosevelt University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 4,431 2,996 7,427
Accepted 4,305 2,911 7,216
Acceptance Rate 97% 97% 97%
Enrolled 402 229 631
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 9% 8% 9%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Roosevelt University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Roosevelt University application requirements
Requirement Used for Admission
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Roosevelt University is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Roosevelt University
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

Roosevelt University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 97.2% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.13 GPA (about an B average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (895-1175); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

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GPA calculator: Roosevelt University GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026