Lewis University: Review & Facts

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Lewis University is a medium four-year, private not-for-profit school with 6,440 students enrolled. This school was originated in 1932 and is the only school located in Romeoville, Illinois.

Lewis University is affiliated with Roman Catholic Church.

Academic Offerings



Majors
Offered
96
Fair
Lewis University will give you the option to obtain a 1-year certificate, associate's degree, bachelor's degree, postbaccalaureate certificate, master's degree, postmaster certificate, or doctoral degree.

Lewis University follows a semester-based curriculum calendar system and has 96 majors. The most popular concentrations are Management, Nursing, Computer Science, Education, and Business. Read the details about Majors offered at this college and see program Ratings versus other schools.

It is important to know student retention and graduation rates when you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are normally a positive sign. However, if you would like to transfer or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.

Student Retention
80%
Good
The student retention rate at Lewis University is high at 80% (above Illinois average). Taking this statistic into consideration, it seems that students enjoy their stay at this school.

The graduation rate at Lewis University is average - 64%.

Student to faculty ratio at Lewis University is pretty decent -- 14:1. Read more information on faculty and instruction at this college in the Faculty & Salaries report.

Tuition and Loans



Tuition and fees per year
$34,600
High
Average tuition price is extremely high - around $34,300 a year. The additional fees at Lewis University (not included in tuition costs) are approximately $300; which comes to a total of $34,600 per academic year.

Read the details about Lewis University additional charges as well as availability of loans and likelihood of repaying them upon graduation in the Tuition & Loans report for this college.

Admissions Information



Acceptance
Rate
66%
Doable
As reported in recent government data, 6,458 applications were submitted and 4,266 were accepted, so it is relatively easy to become a student at this school.

The school might accept dual credits, credits for life experience, and advanced placement credits at entry.

Learn more about admissions as well applicants' SAT and ACT test scores at Lewis University in the Admissions and Tests report for this college.

Opportunities and Services



Dormatory
Annual Price
$6,700
Medium
Lewis University provides a distance learning option, study abroad programs, and evening/weekend study opportunity, which is an amazing option for those who work full-time.

There are options for on-campus part-time employment at Lewis University, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, this school helps students to evaluate their career options and find a full-time job upon graduation.

Safety
Grade
D+
Unsafe
Lewis University provides on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates nearly 1,300 students, which provides a viable on-campus housing opportunity. The room price is reasonable: around $6,700 per year.

Army and Air Force ROTC programs are available at Lewis University. Reserve Officers' Training Corps commissioning programs typically imply elective classes in addition to required college curriculum, possible funding for your tuition, and an obligation to serve upon graduation.

ROTC
Available
Yes
It is important to keep in mind that enrolling in a ROTC course does not commit you to serve unless you have obtained a ROTC scholarship, grant, or any other funding.

Based on the college crime numbers, Lewis University seems to be a relatively dangerous school. Read the details in the Campus Crime report for this college.

Lewis University Location and Maps



Post Address: Lewis University, One University Parkway, Romeoville, Illinois 60446-2200, USA
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