Welcome to Roosevelt University!

Frequently Asked Questions

*How Do I Find My Advisor?

All graduate students are advised by their department in their College. For example, a new or continuing psychology major would be advised by the Psychology Department in the College of Arts and Sciences. http://www.roosevelt.edu/gradstudents/advisors.asp

*How Do I Obtain Financial Aid?

Complete a FAFSA

Student loans are available for those enrolled in at least 6 hours—see FA Office

Graduate scholarships and assistantships are available through academic departments

On-line scholarship search database http://www.roosevelt.edu/pdfs/grad-scholar-app.pdf

Incompletes and withdrawals are the primary reason students lose their financial aid eligibility

http://www.roosevelt.edu/financialaid/

*Where Do I Pay Tuition?

Student Accounts

Tuition payment arrangements and payment plans

Tuition statements

Refunds

Tuition reimbursement

Third party billing

http://www.roosevelt.edu/studentaccounts/default.htm

*Obtain a Roosevelt ID Card.

Once you have registered for classes, you must obtain a (free) photo ID card from the Registrar’s Office at either campus. Your ID card must be validated each semester with a sticker that can be obtained from the Registrar’s Office. The ID card is used to check out materials from the library, obtain admission to University events and student activities, order official transcripts, etc.

*How Do I Register For Classes?

RU Access and Registrar
Registration

Student IDs

CTA U-Pass

Grades

Transcripts

Graduation

http://www.roosevelt.edu/gradstudents/advisors.asp

*Where Do I Go If I Need Help Academically?
Academic Success Center

Tutoring

Writing Laboratory

Study Skills Workshops

Disability Services

Learning Support Services Program for students with Learning disabilities

http://www.roosevelt.edu/asc/twlab.htm

Writing Center

We help with:

getting started organization thesis statement argument evidence grammar
MLA or APA any writing task.

http://www.roosevelt.edu/writingcenter/default.htm

*What If I Need Help Finding A Job After Graduation?
Career Services

Career information Workshops

Individual career and job counseling/advising Interviewing skills

Resume writing assistance and critique Mock interviews

Internet-based resume referral and job listing database system Salary information

http://www.roosevelt.edu/ocs/

*Where Can I Find Someone to Help With My Personal and Emotional Well-Being?
Counseling Center

All enrolled students are eligible for the following free and confidential services:

Individual therapy

Group therapy

Couples therapy

Consultation and referral

The Counseling Center is located in the Herman Crown Center, Room 502

http://www.roosevelt.edu/counseling/

*How Can I Get Involved?

Campus activities and programs

Student organizations

Community service projects and programs

Free and discounted tickets to Chicago and suburban events

Wireless network cards for wireless lounges

http://www.roosevelt.edu/csi/default.htm

*Can I Stay Fit While in Grad School?
Chicago Campus: Marvin Moss Student Center
Schaumburg Campus: Licht Student Center

Cardio and weight training machines

Free weights

Basketball court & intramural sports in Chicago

Game room

Locker rooms with showers

Classes and programs

Personal trainer for Consultations

http://www.roosevelt.edu/csi/fitnessSchedule.htm

*What If I Have A Grievance?

Office of Student Services assists students who feel they could benefit from working with a University staff member in resolving non-academic issues:

Tanya Woltmann Room AUD 124

Phone (312) 341-2006

Eric Tammes Room HCC 113

Phone (312) 341- 6960

http://www.roosevelt.edu/current/services.htm

*What Library and Online Services Are Available To Me?

Personalized expert reference assistance anytime and by appointment24/7 access to online library resources with your ID number

Convenient online request for books from 70+ I-share libraries

Convenient journal article delivery via RU MyMail for articles borrowed from other libraries nationwide

http://www2.roosevelt.edu/library/default.asp

BlackBoard/RU ONLINE

MYROOSEVELT

RU Courses RU Community

RU Services RU Library

Student Support RU TUBE

http://roosevelt.blackboard.com/webapps/login/

*Apply for University Housing (Chicago Campus only).

Need a place to live while attending school? The new Roosevelt on Washington (ROW) at Fornelli Hall offers unique apartments designed especially for graduate students. Complete the housing application online and submit the $500 housing pre-payment to reserve your spot. Visit the website at www.roosevelt.edu/reslife for more information and to apply for housing.