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| Location | Romeoville, Illinois |
| Online | lewisu.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Lewis University is a private Catholic institution located in Romeoville, Illinois, approximately 35 miles southwest of Chicago. The 410-acre suburban campus, originally established as a technical school for boys in 1932 by the De La Salle Christian Brothers, features a mix of modern and traditional buildings alongside an on-campus airport facility. The university has evolved from its aviation roots to offer comprehensive academic programs, with notable strengths in nursing, aviation, computer science, and criminal justice. While maintaining its Catholic Lasallian heritage, Lewis serves students of all faiths, offering traditional undergraduate housing in several residence halls and apartment-style complexes. The university competes in NCAA Division II athletics as the Flyers, participating in the Great Lakes Valley Conference.
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Lewis University is rated within the top 38% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Lewis University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#345 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#253 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#16 in Best Colleges in Illinois
#14 in Best Private Colleges in Illinois
#165 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#15 in Best Value Colleges in Illinois
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1010/1200 |
| ACT | 21/29 |
| GPA | 3.6 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 |
| Other Fees | $210 |
| Room and Board | $11,956 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,134 |
| Total One Year Cost | $52,120 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 25% |
| Health Professions | 18% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 12% |
| Education | 10% |
| Transportation and Materials Moving | 9% |
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Last updated February 24, 2024