Lewis University
Lewis College Lewis College of Science and Technology Lewis School of Aeronautics Lewis Holy Name School of Aeronautics Lewis Holy Name Technical School Holy Name Technical School
Romeoville, Illinois 60446-2200
Campus Vibe
Strong graduate outcomes — known for business
Lewis University is a private institution in Romeoville with particular strength in business and computer science. With an average SAT of 1117, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 3.7K undergraduates with a 14:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
63% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $66,099 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $18,370.
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News & Alerts
Lewis University Launches New Data Science Minor
Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.
Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27
The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.
Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1117
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
53.5%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$18,750
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
25
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Programs (93)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
84%
- •84% first-year retention rate
- •Active student organizations
- •Engaged campus community
Mental Health Services
Counselor Ratio
1:350
24/7 Crisis Line
Yes
Free Sessions
12 per year
Avg Wait
5 days
Walk-in hours available weekdays
Disability Services
ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements
Dining
Rating
★★★★☆
Score
4/5
Meal Plan
$6,200/yr
Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
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History & Fun Facts
- •History Lewis University was founded in 1932 by the Archdiocese of Chicago and Bishop Bernard J.
- •The school was incorporated in 1934 under the name Lewis Holy Name Technical School.
- •In 1935, it became Lewis Holy Name School of Aeronautics, a name which is engraved in stone on the building now known as the Philip Lynch Theatre at the Oremus Fine Arts Center.
- •Regular classes resumed in late 1944 and the college soon adopted a more traditional arts and science curriculum.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average