C+
Above Average
Score: 55/100

Lewis University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Romeoville, Illinois 60446
Outcomes
B+
77/100
Affordability
F
19/100
Resources
C+
61/100
Experience
B+
74/100
Prestige
C
43/100

Quick Stats

6,636
Total Enrollment
63%
Graduation Rate
84%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
73%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Lewis University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $323,918
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,124/mo — vs ~$817/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 60440 (6.1% cap, Bolingbrook)

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🏆 Where Lewis University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#9
Aviation/Airway Management and Operations
of 22 schools
#11
Education/Teaching of Individuals in Early Childhood Special Education Programs
of 42 schools
#14
Nursing Administration
of 48 schools
#26
Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General
of 38 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $37,592 $37,592
Room $7,350
Board $4,790
Total Cost (On-Campus) $53,712 $53,712

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
36%
Receive Pell Grants
59%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Computer Science 309 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 167 grads/yr Management Science 146 grads/yr Data Science, General 127 grads/yr Nursing Administration 118 grads/yr Aviation/Airway Management and Operations 102 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 93 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 81 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 69 grads/yr Psychology, General 54 grads/yr Education/Teaching of Individuals in Early Childhood Special Education Programs 51 grads/yr Organizational Leadership 46 grads/yr Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General 44 grads/yr Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist 38 grads/yr Social Work 37 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 35 grads/yr Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other 35 grads/yr Mental Health Counseling/Counselor 29 grads/yr Finance, General 28 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 27 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Lewis University's top programs commonly pursue.

Computer and information systems managers
$171k/yr 667,100 jobs
Computer and information research scientists
$141k/yr 40,300 jobs
Database architects
$136k/yr 66,900 jobs
Software developers
$133k/yr 1,693,800 jobs
Information security analysts
$125k/yr 182,800 jobs
Data scientists
$113k/yr 245,900 jobs
Computer occupations, all other
$109k/yr 472,000 jobs
Software quality assurance analysts and testers
$103k/yr 201,700 jobs

Student Demographics

6,636
Total Students
49%
Women
79%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 45%
Hispanic 18%
Black 6%
Asian 6%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 21%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 30%
Hybrid (Some Online) 50%
Fully Online 20%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 79%
25-64 (Adult) 15%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Lewis University?
Lewis University has an acceptance rate of 73%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Lewis University?
Tuition at Lewis University is $37,592 for in-state students and $37,592 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Lewis University?
The graduation rate at Lewis University is 63%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Lewis University a good school?
Lewis University has a Repit College Score of 55/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Lewis University?
Lewis University has a total enrollment of 6,636 students. Most students (79%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology