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Lewis University

Romeoville, Illinois

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Overview

Enrollment
6,183
Lewis University overview
Location Romeoville, Illinois
Online lewisu.edu
School Type Private 4 Year
Setting Large Suburban
Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic
Lewis University overview
Size Mid-size
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate

Located in Romeoville, Illinois, Lewis University is a mid-size four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs.   The school has a religious affiliation with the Roman Catholic faith. In the most recent statistical year 4,311 prospective students applied, and 3,072 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 567 enrolled in the school.  4,161 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2,022 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $35,262 plus fees of $210. Lewis University is ranked 347 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.

Ratings

7/10
Overall
6/10
Academics
6/10
Resources
7/10
Outcomes
8/10
Value

Lewis University is rated within the top 39% 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 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.

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Getting In

Admission Standards
Average
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SAT 1050/1240
ACT 20/26
GPA 3.6
Applications Accepted
71.3% 
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Applications Due -
Applicant Competition Low
Application Fee $40

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition
$35,262
Costs for Lewis University
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,500
Other Fees$210
Room and Board $11,222
Budget for Other Expenses$2,230
Total One Year Cost$50,424

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years
$51,500 per year
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
63% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Lewis University students
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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