Roosevelt University Athletics

Roosevelt University offers 14 varsity sports through the NJCAA, which serves community colleges and some four-year institutions seeking a mid-level competitive experience between high school and major university athletics. The Lakers compete in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference alongside regional rivals. With 407 total athletes among 2,583 students, about 16% of the student body participates in varsity sports. The university awards $2.96 million in athletic scholarships, demonstrating a solid commitment to recruiting talent. Roosevelt's downtown Chicago location limits traditional campus sports culture, but the program provides opportunities for student-athletes who want competitive athletics without the intensity of Division I. The Lakers name reflects the school's proximity to Lake Michigan and the Great Lakes region.