Roosevelt University—in its commitment to expand higher education accessibility—it proud to partner with McHenry County College and offer coursework through the University Center at MCC in Woodstock, Illinois. Beginning in Fall 2024, Roosevelt will offer courses in a variety of disciplines allowing McHenry County area students to work toward their bachelor’s or master’s degree while living near home.
With this collaboration, Roosevelt University will bring its expertise in business, marketing, graphic design, finance, and criminal justice to the University Center at MCC, expanding the range of educational opportunities available to students seeking to further their careers in these fields. Through this partnership, students will benefit from Roosevelt's rigorous curriculum, distinguished faculty and extensive industry connections.
The University Center at MCC allows students who have completed their associate degree to further their education with several university partnerships from across Illinois. Suburban students can minimize commute times and housing costs while participating in classes led by esteemed Roosevelt faculty. They can also take advantage of Roosevelt’s recently reduced tuition rates, local public transportation and expansive college resources.
"We’re thrilled to collaborate with McHenry County College and expand the accessibility of a Roosevelt University education to those living in northwest Chicagoland," said University President Ali Malekzadeh. "We understand that every student’s timeline and living circumstances are different, and we want to combine the resources of our two institutions to offer them a flexible college experience."
"MCC was a great experience for me in between attending high school and Roosevelt University," said former MCC student Sammy Pelke. "Being able to study and complete classes while staying in my hometown really allowed me to focus and mature as I needed to. I’m incredibly grateful to all my professors at MCC and for all of the help I received, and I believe that this partnership between Roosevelt University and MCC will help people like me." Coursework offered through Roosevelt’s partnership with MCC will include*:
- Business Administration with Human Resource Management
- Criminal Justice
- Finance
- Graphic Design
- Marketing
- Master of Business Administration
"This dynamic, new partnership with Roosevelt University expands opportunities for working individuals tied to their locales to further their education," shared MCC President Dr. Clint Gabbard. "With such variety of classes and programs offered through the University Center at MCC, individuals throughout McHenry County and the region will have an even better way to learn locally," he said.
"We are excited to bring Roosevelt classes close to home for our McHenry County community," said University Center at MCC Director, Kailley Harmon. "Prospective students can receive more information about the various programs by attending information sessions and completing the Fall 2024 admission application this fall."
Interested students and community members can discover more at https://www.roosevelt.edu/university-center-mchenry-county-colleger.
*Roosevelt University is applying to necessary regulatory agencies to offer degree programs at McHenry Community College and anticipates approvals prior to the start of fall 2024 classes.