Lewis University - Admission Requirements, SAT, ACT, GPA and chance of acceptance

Your chances of getting into Lewis University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted

72.7%

Admission Difficulty for Lewis University
Measure	Difficulty
Admission Standards		Moderate
Applicant Competition		Low

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Lewis University is 72.7%. Its admission rate is the 25th lowest in Illinois.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Lewis University and can you get accepted?

Lewis University is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 3,848 out of the 5,291 who applied were admitted.

Lewis University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.6. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 16% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Lewis University you should:

Have a high school GPA of 3.6 or better
Earn B+ grades in high school
Score 1110 on the SAT
Score 24 on the ACT
Graduate in the top half of your high school class

Lewis University GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA

3.6

Typical High School Grades

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Lewis University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Lewis University are to have around a 3.6 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Lewis University accepts 73% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Lewis University is 3.6 on the 4.0 scale. 28% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school. The school ranks #14 in Illinois for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Lewis University is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.6 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Lewis University students
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	28.0%	Good
3.75 to 3.99	18.0%	Avg +
3.50 to 3.74	18.0%	Avg -
3.25 to 3.49	14.0%	Avg -
3.00 to 3.24	13.0%	Reach
2.50 to 2.99	9.0%	Low
2.00 to 2.49	0%	Low
1.00 to 1.99	0%	Low
less than 1.00	0%	Low

What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

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Lewis University SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Lewis University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 28% of students submitted SAT scores and 5% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range

990-1220

Applicants Submitting SAT

28%

SAT Scores for Lewis University
SAT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	490
Math 25th Percentile	500
Composite 25th Percentile	990

SAT Scores for Lewis University
SAT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	610
Math 75th Percentile	610
Composite 75th Percentile	1220
Average SAT Score	1110

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Lewis University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Lewis University is 1110 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 990-1220. Students who get into Lewis University score in the top 62 percent of all SAT test takers.. Lewis University ranks #23 in the state of Illinois for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1110 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Lewis University regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 990 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 990, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 870, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Lewis University is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1110 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2023 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1105, you have around a 73% chance of being admitted. A 1220 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 84% chance of getting in.

Lewis University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1220 and Above	Good	>84%
1105 to 1220	Avg +	73%-84%
990 to 1105	Avg -	59%-73%
875 to 990	Reach	43%-59%
Less than 875	Low	<43%

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Lewis University ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range

22-26

Applicants Submitting ACT

ACT Scores for Lewis University
ACT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	21
Math 25th Percentile	21
Composite 25th Percentile	22

ACT Scores for Lewis University
ACT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	25
Math 75th Percentile	28
Composite 75th Percentile	26
Average ACT Score	24

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Lewis University?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Lewis University is 24, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 22 and 26. The school ranks #19 in Illinois for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 24. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 22 and score in the score in the top 37 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 20.

5 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Lewis University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Lewis University is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2023 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Lewis University for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 24 score has around 73% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 84% with a 26 ACT score.

Lewis University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
26 and Above	Good	>84%
24 to 26	Avg +	73%-84%
22 to 24	Avg -	59%-73%
20 to 22	Reach	43%-59%
Less than 20	Low	<43%

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High School Class Rank

83% of Lewis University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 45% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Lewis University students
High School Class Rank	Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class	16%
Top 25% of class	45%
Top 50% of class	83%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

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Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Lewis University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	2,452	2,782	5,291
Accepted	1,868	1,939	3,848
Acceptance Rate	76%	70%	73%
Enrolled	281	334	620
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	15%	17%	16%

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2023 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Lewis University is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Lewis University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Lewis University Application Requirements
Test Scores	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA	Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program	Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Lewis University
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Lewis University is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.6 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1110 on the SAT and 24 on the ACT will further lock in your application.