59%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 3,669 |
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| Declined | + 2,530 |
| Total Received | 6,199 |
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| Name | Location |
|---|---|
| Benedictine University | Lisle, IL |
| DePaul University | Chicago, IL |
| Columbia College Chicago | Chicago, IL |
| Aurora University | Aurora, IL |
| Northeastern Illinois University | Chicago, IL |
| Loyola University Chicago | Chicago, IL |
| Quincy University | Quincy, IL |
| Millikin University | Decatur, IL |
| Monmouth College | Monmouth, IL |
| Marquette University | Milwaukee, WI |
| SAT | 1404 |
|---|---|
| ACT | 1058 |
Lewis University, founded in 1932, is a comprehensive, coeducational, Catholic university. Its 410 acre main campus is located in the Chicago suburbs of Romeoville, IL.
| Public/private | Private (nonprofit) |
|---|---|
| Campus Enrollment | 6,544 |
| Established in | 1932 |
| Coeducational | Coeducational College |
| Religious affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Accredited by |
• ACBSP (Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs) • CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs) • CAATE (Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education) • CCNE (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education) • CSWE (Council on Social Work Education) • NCACS (North Central Assn. of Colleges and Schools) • NCATE (National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education) |
410-acre campus in Romeoville (population: 39,706), three miles from Joliet and 30 miles from Chicago; branch campuses in Chicago, Oak Brook, and Tinley Park. Major airports serve Chicago; train serves Joliet and Lockport. Public transportation serves campus.
Lewis University
1 University Parkway
Romeoville, IL 60446-2200
| Application fee | $40
(waived for international students) |
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| Common application accepted | yes |
| Application deadline |
April 15 (priority deadline) |
| School has early decision program | no |
| School has early action program | no |
| Admissions interview (required or recommended) |
Required of some |
| SAT/ACT requirements |
SAT or ACT Required |
59%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 3,669 |
|---|---|
| Declined | + 2,530 |
| Total Received | 6,199 |
Secondary school record
Standardized test scores
Essay
Alumni/ae relationship
Character/ personal qualities
Class rank
Extracurricular activities
Geographical residence
Interview
Minority affiliation
Particular talent/ability
Recommendations
Volunteer Work
Work Experience
Religious affiliation/commitment
State residency
Ashley Skidmore
Dean of Undergraduate Admission
P: 815 836-5250
F: 815 836-5002
admissions@lewisu.edu
| Tuition | $31,100 |
| Room | $6,560 |
| Board | $3,900 |
| Additional fees | $150 |
| Books & supplies | $1,500 |
| Total | $43,210 |
|---|---|
| Average Financial Aid | - $24,080 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $19,130 |
85%
$24,080
Need-based
| Federal | $6,774,854 |
| State | $5,391,409 |
| Institutional | $27,608,714 |
| Other external | $234,740 |
| Total | $40,009,717 |
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Non-need-based
| Federal | |
| State | $2,150 |
| Institutional | $7,763,937 |
| Other external | $88,351 |
| Total | $7,854,438 |
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18%
51%
Transfer applicants accepted
65%
Applicants accepted who enroll
| Minimum requirements | College GPA: 2.00 |
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| High school transcript | Required of Some |
| College transcript(s) | Required of All |
| Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Not Required/Recommended |
| Interview | Recommended of Some |
| Standardized test scores | Not Required/Recommended |
| Essay or personal statement | Recommended of Some |
Minimum transfers must complete
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Not Reported
| Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens | 24 |
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| Countries most often represented |
Canada England Germany Mexico Saudi Arabia Sweden |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
ESL program/classes English lab Special counselors/advisors Special orientation |
Michael Fekete
Director International Student Services
815 836-5635
feketemi@lewisu.edu
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