Lewis University
About Lewis University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Lewis University is a private Catholic university in Romeoville, Illinois, near Chicago. It offers programs in nursing, aviation, computer science, and criminal justice, with a strong reputation for its flight and aviation management programs.
Founded
1932
Location
Romeoville, Illinois
Students
6,700
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
71.3%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
66.6%
Near national average
Tuition
$39,200
Per year
Avg Net Price
$17,028
After financial aid
SAT Average
1096
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$66,099
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
71.3 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Lewis University accepts 71.3% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1096/ 1600
ACT Scores
23/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
66.6% complete their degree within six years
Retention
79.2%
4-Year Grad
44%
6-Year Grad
60%
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
40.1%
$/Student
$11.1K
Class Size
Medium
The 44% graduation rate is below average, but 79.2% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$39,200
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$12,140
Books & Supplies
$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance
$47,313
After Financial Aid
$17,028
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$10,382
Receive Grants
32.6%
Take Loans
42.2%
Don't let the $39,200 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $17,028 after financial aid, a 57% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $10,382.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Lewis University fund their education.
While in School
32.6%
Get Grants
Free money
42.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$54,593
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$21,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$228/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $21,500 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Lewis University.
Gender
50.5%
Female
50%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,015
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
2,685
Graduates
39.4%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
15.5%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (51% women, 50% men). 39.4% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
4,015
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Lewis University fields 12 varsity teams with 646 student athletes, about 16% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II without football
Conference
Great Lakes Valley
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
12
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
646
16% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
56% / 44%
359
Men
287
Women
9
Men's Teams
11
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Lewis Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$66,099
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Computer Science
$61K
124 grads
1yr Earnings
Air Transportation
$39K
115 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$77K
96 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$54K
87 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$31K
77 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$38K
73 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $56K at six years, $49K at eight, and $66K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.