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Summary
Lewis University is a private institution that was founded in 1932. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 4,474, its setting is suburban, and the campus size is 376 acres. It utilizes a semester-based academic calendar. Lewis University's ranking in the 2013 edition of Best Colleges is Regional Universities (Midwest), 35. Its tuition and fees are $25,770 (2012-13).
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Lewis University is a Catholic university offering distinctive undergraduate and graduate programs to nearly 6,500 traditional and adult students. Lewis offers multiple campus locations, online degree programs, and a variety of formats that provide accessibility and convenience to a growing student population. Sponsored by the De La Salle Christian Brothers, Lewis prepares intellectually engaged, ethically grounded, globally aware, and socially responsible graduates. The ninth largest private not-for-profit university in Illinois, Lewis has been nationally recognized by The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report. The 9th largest among private, not-for-profit colleges and universities in Illinois, Lewis University is a Catholic university offering distinctive undergraduate and graduate programs to nearly 6,500 traditional and adult students. Lewis provides a well-rounded liberal and professional education in fields including business, education, nursing, criminal/social justice, and aviation. Among its resources are a state-of-the-art science center; the Harold E. White Aviation Center with a Boeing 737 jet for clinical experiences; new nursing simulation labs including 'Sim Man' mannequins; the first digital college radio station and a unique new TV production studio with robotics. The Lewis Flyers compete in Division II athletics with a new multi-purpose athletic and recreation complex. |
General Information
| School type | private, coed college |
| Year founded | 1932 |
| Religious affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Academic calendar | semester |
| Setting | suburban |
| 2011 Endowment | $39,831,324 |
Applying
When applying to Lewis University, it's important to note the application deadline is rolling. Scores for either the ACT or SAT test are due August 1. The application fee at Lewis University is $40. It is selective, with an acceptance rate of 61.9 percent.
For more information about the tests, essays, interviews, and admissions process, visit the Applying to College knowledge center.
| Selectivity | selective |
| Fall 2011 acceptance rate | 61.9% |
| Application deadline | rolling |
| SAT/ACT scores must be received by | August 1 |
Academic Life
The student-faculty ratio at Lewis University is 13:1, and the school has 63.8 percent of its classes with fewer than 20 students. The most popular majors at Lewis University include: Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse; Business Administration and Management, General; Criminal Justice/Safety Studies; Elementary Education and Teaching; and Psychology, General. The average freshman retention rate, an indicator of student satisfaction, is 79.0 percent.
Student Life
Lewis University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 4,474, with a gender distribution of 43.0 percent male students and 57.0 percent female students. At this school, 30.0 percent of the students live in college-owned, -operated, or -affiliated housing and 70.0 percent of students live off campus. Lewis University is part of the NCAA II athletic conference.
| Total enrollment | 6,394 |
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| Collegiate athletic association | NCAA II |
Campus Info & Services
Lewis University offers a number of student services including nonremedial tutoring, placement service, health service, and health insurance. Lewis University also offers campus safety and security services like 24-hour foot and vehicle patrols, late night transport/escort service, 24-hour emergency telephones, lighted pathways/sidewalks, student patrols, and controlled dormitory access (key, security card, etc). Of the students at Lewis University, 56 percent have cars on campus. Alcohol is permitted for students of legal age at Lewis University.
| Students who have cars on campus | 56% |
| Health insurance offered | Yes |
| Students required to own/lease a computer | No |
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Paying for School
At Lewis University, 77.7 percent of full-time undergraduates receive some kind of need-based financial aid and the average need-based scholarship or grant award is $12,977.
Paying for college doesn't have to be difficult or devastating. Go to the Paying for College knowledge center to get advice on raising cash and reducing costs.
| Tuition and fees | $25,770 (2012-13) |
| Room and board | $9,200 (2012-13) |
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