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    Information Summary

    Ranks 985th for total enrollment

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    Surrounding communityLarge suburb (inside urban area but outside city, pop. over 250,000)
    Highest offeringDoctoral degree
    Full-time Enrollment2,750
    Total Enrollment5,065
    Calendar SystemSemester
    Years of college work requiredN/A
    Variable TuitionNo
    Application Fee RequiredYes
    Undergraduate Application Fee$40
    Graduate Application Fee$40
    First Professional Application FeeN/A

    Demographics Main Campus and Surrounding Areas

    Reported area around or near Romeoville, IL

    Total Population20,141 (20,004 urban / 137 rural)
    Households6,733 (2.99 people per house)
    Families5,367 (3.34 people per family)
    Pop. — African American1,019
    Pop. — Asian574
    Pop. — Pacific Islander11
    Pop. — American Indian / Alaskan Native194
    Pop. — White (incl. Hispanic)17,623
    Pop. — Other1,218

    Carnegie Foundation Classification

    Master's Colleges and Universities (larger programs)

    UndergraduateProfessions focus, some graduate coexistence
    GraduatePostbaccalaureate with arts & sciences (business dominant)
    Undergraduate PopulationMedium full-time four-year, selective, higher transfer-in
    EnrollmentHigh undergraduate
    Size & SettingMedium four-year, primarily residential

    Student Tuition Costs and Fees

    What are the typical tuition costs and fees for attending Lewis University?

    Ranks 675th for total cost of attendance

      In District In State Out of State
    FT Undergraduate Tuition $19,200 $19,200 $19,200
    FT Undergraduate Required Fees N/A N/A N/A
    PT Undergraduate per Credit Hour $620 $620 $620
    FT Graduate Tuition $12,060 $12,060 $12,060
    FT Graduate Required Fees N/A N/A N/A
    PT Graduate per Credit Hour $670 $670 $670
    Total Cost of attendance — On-Campus $29,190 $29,190 $29,190
    Total Cost of attendance — Off-Campus w/out Family $27,870 $27,870 $27,870
    Total Cost of attendance — Off-Campus with Family $24,870 $24,870 $24,870

    Student Tuition Cost History and Trends

    Three year history and trends on the cost of attending

      In District In State Out of State
    Published Tuition & Fees $16,906 trend  $19,200 $16,906 trend  $19,200 $16,906 trend  $19,200
      Cost (regardless of residency)
    Books & Supplies $500 trend  $500
    On-Campus – Room & Board $7,200 trend  $7,600
    On-Campus – Other Expenses $1,890 trend  $1,890
    Off-Campus w/out Family – Room & Board $5,500 trend  $5,500
    Off-Campus w/out Family – Other Expenses $2,670 trend  $2,670
    Off-Campus with Family – Room & Board $5,170 trend  $5,170

    Admission Details

    Applicants 2,325 (894 male / 1,431 female)
    Admitted 1,579 (625 male / 954 female)
    Admission rate 68%
    First-time Enrollment 569 (245 male / 324 female)
    FT Enrollment 569 (245 male / 324 female)
    PT Enrollment N/A (N/A male / N/A female)

    Admission Criteria

    What criteria does Lewis University use for admissions?

    Required = Required, Recommended = Recommended, Neither required nor recommended = Neither required nor recommended
    Open AdmissionsNo
    Secondary School GPA / Rank / RecordRequired / Recommended / Required
    College Prep. CompletionRecommended
    RecommendationsRecommended
    Formal competency demoRecommended
    Admission test scoresRequired
    TOEFLRequired
    Other testsN/A

    Special Learning Opportunities

    Distance LearningYes
    ROTC — Army / Navy / Airforce YesYes / No / Yes
    Study AbroadYes
    Weekend CollegeNo
    Teacher CertificationYes

    Athletics - Association Memberships

    Sports / Athletic Conference Memberships NCAA
    NCAA / NAIA Basketball Conference Great Lakes Valley Conference
    NCAA / NAIA Baseball Conference Great Lakes Valley Conference
    NCAA / NAIA Track & Field Conference Great Lakes Valley Conference

    Admission Credits Accepted

    What types of credits does Lewis University accept?

    Dual CreditYes
    Life ExperienceYes
    Advanced Placement (AP)Yes

    ACT Test Admission

    Rank 786th for 75pctl scores

    Applicants submitting ACT results 97%
    Verbal scores (25/75 %ile) 19 / 25
    Math scores (25/75 %ile) 18 / 25
    Cumulative scores (25/75 %ile) 20 / 24

    SAT Test Admission

    Rank 674th for 75pctl scores

    Applicants submitting SAT results 2%
    Verbal scores (25/75 %ile) 500 / 580
    Math scores (25/75 %ile) 540 / 580
    Cumulative scores (25/75 %ile) 1040 / 1160

    Student Services

    Remedial ServicesYes
    Academic / Career CounselingYes
    PT Cost-defraying EmploymentYes
    Career PlacementYes
    On-Campus Day CareNo
    Library FacilityYes

    Student Living

    First-time Room / Board RequiredNo
    Dorm Capacity1,089
    Meals per WeekN/A
    Room Fee$5,050
    Board Fee$2,950

    Student Financial Aid Details

    How many students use Financial Aid, and how much do they use?

    Lewis University ranks 3192nd for the average student loan amount.

      Average Users % of Attendees
    Federal Grant Aid $3,156 144 pie   28%
    State & Local Grant Aid $4,121 216 pie   42%
    Institutional Grant Aid $7,346 454 pie   89%
    Student Loan Aid $3,145 420 pie   83%
    Any financial aid type   474 pie   93%

    Student Enrollment Demographics

    How many students are enrolled at Lewis University?

      Men Women Total
    Non Resident Alien
    8370153
    Black Non-Hispanic
    184435619
    Hispanic
    164224388
    Asian / Pacific Islander
    45108153
    American Indian / Alaskan Native
    4711
    White Non-Hispanic
    1,3592,2353,594
    Race Unknown
    40107147
    Total 1,879 3,186 5,065

    Student Completion / Graduation Demographics

    How many students complete Lewis University?

      Non Resident Alien Black Non-Hispanic Hispanic Asian / Pacific Islander American Indian / Alaskan Native White Non-Hispanic Race Unknown Total
    Accounting 1 2 2 13 18
    Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General
    Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician 2 2
    American/United States Studies/Civilization
    Art/Art Studies, General 2 2
    Athletic Training/Trainer 1 3 4
    Aviation/Airway Management and Operations 6 2 6 2 51 1 68
    Avionics Maintenance Technology/Technician 1 1
    Biochemistry 1 1
    Biology/Biological Sciences, General 2 1 1 1 18 1 24
    Business Administration and Management, General 5 26 8 2 136 7 184
    Business/Commerce, General 1 1 2
    Business/Managerial Economics 1 1
    Chemistry, General 2 2
    Commercial and Advertising Art 1 1 1 4 1 8
    Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric 1 5 6
    Communications Technologies/Technicians and Support Services, Other 1 1
    Community Organization and Advocacy 6 1 11 18
    Computer Science 1 1 7 9
    Computer and Information Systems Security 1 1
    Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other 2 14 16
    Counseling Psychology 1 2 18 21
    Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services 5 1 1 31 38
    Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 14 13 1 56 2 86
    Curriculum and Instruction 2 2
    Design and Visual Communications, General
    Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician
    Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
    Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General 4 4
    Drawing
    Education, General 6 1 1 27 35
    Educational Leadership and Administration, General 1 9 10
    Elementary Education and Teaching 6 51 3 60
    English Language and Literature, General 1 5 6
    Environmental Science
    Finance, General 1 1 1 8 11
    Fire Services Administration
    Forensic Science and Technology 3 5 8
    Health/Health Care Administration/Management 4 3 7
    History, General 1 11 1 13
    Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General 2 2 5 9
    Information Science/Studies 1 1
    International Business/Trade/Commerce 1 1 2
    Journalism 1 1 4 6
    Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 3 1 5 9
    Management Information Systems and Services, Other 8 8
    Management Information Systems, General 2 2
    Management Science, General 6 1 1 11 1 20
    Marketing/Marketing Management, General 1 2 1 18 22
    Mass Communication/Media Studies 1 3 4
    Mathematics, General 1 4 1 6
    Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
    Music Management and Merchandising
    Music, General
    Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist 1 1
    Nursing Administration (MSN, MS, PhD) 1 9 10
    Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN) 10 24 6 11 86 4 141
    Organizational Behavior Studies 1 6 1 1 34 2 45
    Painting
    Philosophy 2 2
    Philosophy, Other
    Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
    Physical Sciences, Other
    Physics, General 2 2
    Political Science and Government, General 5 5
    Psychology, General 7 2 2 28 1 40
    Public Administration
    Public Relations/Image Management 1 3 1 5
    Radiation Protection/Health Physics Technician
    Radio and Television 1 6 7
    Reading Teacher Education 3 3
    Religion/Religious Studies 1 1 2
    Secondary Education and Teaching 9 9
    Secondary School Administration/Principalship 16 5 36 57
    Security and Loss Prevention Services 2 1 3
    Security and Protective Services, Other
    Social Work 6 1 12 19
    Sociology 1 3 1 3 1 9
    Special Education and Teaching, General 3 1 1 33 4 42
    Speech and Rhetorical Studies 1 1
    Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 1 2 16 19
    Superintendency and Educational System Administration 1 11 12
    Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, Other 4 7 11
    Total 33 166 67 29 3 868 37 1,203

    Faculty Compensation / Salaries

    Lewis University ranks 776th for the average full-time faculty salary.

    Tenure system Yes
    Average FT Salary $61,849 ($66,327 male / $57,426 female)
    Number of FT Faculty 163 (81 male / 82 female)
    Total Benefits $2,734,665

    Lewis University Summary

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    Lewis University is a private Roman Catholic and Lasallian university located in Romeoville, Illinois. The next year its name changed yet again to the Lewis Holy Name School of Aeronautics. In 1940, the name of the school changed to the Lewis School of Aeronautics. Three years later the school’s name was changed to the Lewis College of Science and Technology. The school’s name was shortened to simply Lewis College in 1962 and finally received its current name of Lewis University in 1973.

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    Lewis University Academics

    There’s never a reason to feel alone in your studies either, since there are academic support services like Extensive Undergraduate Evening or Early Morning Classes, Learning Center, Pre-Admission Summer Program, Reduced Course Load, Remedial Instruction, Study Skills Assistance, Tutoring and Writing Center. In particular, the university has a Accelerated Program, Distance Learning, Double Major, Dual Enrollment of High School Students, ESL, Honors Program, Independent Study, Internships, Liberal Arts/Career Combination, ROTC, Air Force, ROTC, Army, Student-Designed Major, Study Abroad, Teacher Certification and Visiting/Exchange Student Program. Lewis University is unique in its study options. The university has disability services as well, so be sure to inquire about them if needed. In addition, when any student is looking for some counseling or other types of support, Adult (re-entering) student services, Alcohol/Substance Abuse Counseling, Campus Ministries/Chaplain, Career Counseling, Employment Service, Financial Aid Counseling, Freshman Orientation Program, Health Services, Minority Student Services, Personal Counseling, Placement Service and Veterans Counselor can help.

    The following are the types of degrees and majors offered at Lewis University.

    Health and Clinical Sciences:
    Athletic Training/Sports Medicine, Nursing (RN), Predentistry, Preveterinary Medicine
    English Language and Literature:
    Creative Writing, English, English Composition, Speech/Rhetorical Studies
    Popular majors:
    one hundred percent mechanic and repair technologies, twenty-five percent business per marketing, sixteen percent health professions, twelve percent security and protective services, eight percent transportation and materials moving, six percent education, six percent psychology, six percent public administration and social services
    Business, Management, & Marketing:
    Accounting, Business – General, Business Administration/Management, Business/Managerial Economics, E-Commerce, Finance/Banking, Human Resources Management, International Business, Management Information Systems, Management Science, Marketing Management
    Biological and Biomedical Sciences:
    Biochemistry, Biology, Environmental Biology
    Physical Sciences:
    Chemistry, Physics
    Education:
    Education – General, Elementary Education, Special Education
    Psychology:
    Psychology – General
    Multiple or Interdisciplinary:
    Global Studies
    Mathematics:
    Mathematics – General
    Communications & Journalism:
    Broadcast Journalism, Communications/Rhetoric, Journalism, Public Relations, Radio/Television
    Security and Protective Services:
    Correctional Facilities Administration, Criminal Justice Studies, Forensic Technologies, Law Enforcement Administration, Police Science, Protective Services, Security/Loss Prevention
    Parks, Recreation, and Fitness:
    Sport/Fitness Administration
    History:
    History – General
    School of Visual and Performing Arts:
    Art – General, Commercial/Advertising Art, Drama/Theater Arts, Drawing, Fine/Studio Arts, Graphic Design, Illustration, Music – General, Music Management/Merchandising, Painting, Theatre Arts Management
    Social Sciences:
    Economics, Political Science/Government, Sociology
    Computer Science:
    Computer Graphics, Computer Science, Computer/Information Sciences – General, Information Sciences/Systems
    Public Administration and Service:
    Human Services, Public Administration, Social Work
    Philosphy and Religion:
    Philosophy, Philosophy & Religion – General, Religion/Religious Studies

    Moreover, for international students, the application fee is 40.

    Lewis University Admissions

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    This school requires an application fee consisting of forty dollars regular application fee, forty dollars out-of-state application fee, forty dollars online application fee and point zero . Admission policy is currently Percent applicants admitted: 69% and Percent of students who return for sophomore year: 75%. Remember that this can change at any time. Transfer student are not ignored. For one thing, there were one thousand, one hundred and five total number of transfer students who applied and six hundred and nineteen total number of transfer students who were admitted.

    Likewise, if you wish to apply with priority status make sure you application is in by the 15th of August. For priority students, financial aid applications are due no later than the 1st of May. the SAT subject section score due date was not reported. It is also very important to submit financial aid applications as quickly as possible, make sure to check with the university about the specific date for this year. SAT and ACT score reports are due the 15th of August and The regular application due date was not reported. Will you make it in time? Make sure to know when all the due dates and deadlines take place.

    Lewis University Athletics

    The Flyers are a member of NCAA. The following sports can be found here:

    • Men’s NCAA Division II, Men’s Intercollegiate and Men’s Scholarship Baseball
    • Men’s NCAA Division II, Women’s NCAA Division II, Men’s Intercollegiate, Women’s Intercollegiate, Men’s Intramural, Women’s Intramural, Men’s Scholarship and Women’s Scholarship Basketball
    • Men’s NCAA Division II, Women’s NCAA Division II, Men’s Intercollegiate, Women’s Intercollegiate, Men’s Scholarship and Women’s Scholarship Cross_country
    • Men’s NCAA Division II, Women’s NCAA Division II, Men’s Intercollegiate, Women’s Intercollegiate, Men’s Intramural, Women’s Intramural, Men’s Scholarship and Women’s Scholarship Golf
    • Men’s Intramural and Women’s Intramural Handball
    • Men’s Intramural and Women’s Intramural Racquetball
    • Men’s NCAA Division II, Women’s NCAA Division II, Men’s Intercollegiate, Women’s Intercollegiate, Men’s Intramural, Women’s Intramural, Men’s Scholarship and Women’s Scholarship Soccer
    • Women’s NCAA Division II, Women’s Intercollegiate, Men’s Intramural, Women’s Intramural and Women’s Scholarship Softball
    • Men’s Intramural and Women’s Intramural Table_tennis
    • Men’s Intercollegiate, Women’s Intercollegiate, Men’s Scholarship and Women’s Scholarship Track_and_field
    • Men’s NCAA Division II and Women’s NCAA Division II Track_indoor
    • Men’s NCAA Division II and Women’s NCAA Division II Track_outdoor
    • Men’s NCAA Division II, Women’s NCAA Division II, Men’s Intercollegiate, Women’s Intercollegiate, Men’s Intramural, Women’s Intramural, Men’s Club, Men’s Scholarship and Women’s Scholarship Volleyball

    Lewis University Financial Aid

    Financial aid distribution is at fifty percent scholarships per grants and fifty percent loans per jobs. Financial aid forms are FAFSA. Likewise, need based financial aid distribution is determined through Academics, Art, Music/Drama, Athletics, ROTC, Alumni Affiliation and Leadership. If you are not a need based student, non-need distribution for financial aid is determined by Academics, Art, Music/Drama, Athletics, ROTC, Alumni Affiliation and Leadership. Financial aid for students is readily accessible at this school.

    Lewis University Students

    The university is a Private, University, Four-year, Roman Catholic Church, Coed, where 69 percent of the applicants were admitted, Regionally accredited and College Board member. The school’s size is approximately three thousand, five hundred and forty-three degree-seeking undergrads, five hundred and sixty-one first-time degree-seeking freshmen and one thousand, four hundred and seventy-two graduate enrollment. Additionally, the student body consists of ninety percent in-state students, ten percent out-of-state students, zero percent part-time students, fifty-eight percent women, forty-two percent men, less than one percent american indian per alaskan native, four percent asian per pacific islander, six percent black per non-hispanic, fourteen percent hispanic, seventy-two percent white per non-hispanic, three percent non-resident alien, one percent race per ethnicity unreported, fifteen percent in top 10th of graduating class, forty percent in top quarter of graduating class, seventy-four percent in top half of graduating class, nineteen percent had h.s. gpa of 3.75 and higher, fourteen percent had h.s. gpa between 3.5 and 3.74, seventeen percent had h.s. gpa between 3.25 and 3.49, fourteen percent had h.s. gpa between 3.0 and 3.24, twenty-three percent had h.s. gpa between 2.5 and 2.99 and thirteen percent had h.s. gpa between 2.0 and 2.49. Lewis University offers Associate, Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctoral degrees. Further, it is part of an Suburban setting, Large town (10,000 – 49,999) and Residential campus.

    Students should note the housing policies: Guaranteed On-Campus Housing For All Undergraduates, fifty-eight percent of first-year students live in college housing, thirty-three percent of all undergraduates live in college housing, Coed Housing, one-AUG deadline for housing deposit, one hundred dollars amount of housing deposit, point zero , and First-time first-year students allowed to have car. Again, the university has many unique facilites such as campus airport, aeronautical training center, all digital radio station. This school features the Suburban setting, Large town (10,000 – 49,999) and Residential campus. Generally, the school is located 30 miles from Chicago.

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