BA in Social Justice Studies

Founded in 1945, Roosevelt University is named for the former President and first-lady of the United States of America, Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt. An independent, nonsectarian institution, Roosevelt is committed to academic excellence and social justice. Campuses are located in downtown Chicago and the city’s northwest suburban Schaumburg. ACADEMIC PROGRAMS: Average class size is 21 students. There are 70 undergraduate majors and pre-professional programs and 45 graduate programs, including four doctoral programs. Programs include degrees within arts and sciences, business, education, performing arts, pharmacy, and professional studiesACADEMIC EXPERIENCES: 150 service-learning courses, , Honors Program, comprehensive library and research support, and career development beginning in the first year. National organizations and businesses provide internship opportunities, which can be completed for academic creditENROLLMENT: More than 6,100 undergraduate and graduate students at the Chicago and Schaumburg campuses.FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: More than 95 percent of new Roosevelt students receive financial assistance. International students are eligible for Roosevelt University scholarships (ranging from $3,000 to $16,000) and on-campus employment opportunitiesCAMPUS and CITY LIFE: 60 student organizations, 16 athletic teams competing in the NAIA, 1,000 students living at the Chicago Campus. Students receive benefits throughout the city, such as reduced admission to city museums.