Romeoville, IL

Small-town school just 1 hour from Chicago

Lewis University, located in Romeoville, Illinois, is dedicated to providing students with an innovative education. With a history dating back to 1932, Lewis offers over 100 undergraduate and graduate programs, fostering academic excellence and personal growth. Lewis University prepares students to thrive in their careers and make a positive impact in the world.

Rankings: Top 15 in its rankings of Midwest Regional Universities from US News and World Report. Lewis University again has been named one of the best colleges in the Midwest, according to The Princeton Review.

School size: Total enrollment of 6,500

Location: Romeoville, Illinois

Nearby attractions: Anderson Japanese Gardens, Brookfield Zoo, O’Hara Woods Preserve, The Art Institute of Chicago, Wrigley Field

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Programs

Cost of Attendance

The following provides you with estimated costs for your tuition at Lewis University. Please note: Total tuition and fees will vary depending on your selected program as well as the housing and meal plans chosen.

Traditional Undergraduate

Estimated Cost of Attendancec
$ 53,414-
55,030
/year
  • This is an estimate only. Other costs and fees may apply.

Graduate

Estimated Cost of Attendance
$ 25,694-
31,630
/year
  • This is an estimate only. Other costs and fees may apply.
  • Full-time is 9 credits

For a more detailed breakdown of cost by program, please click Apply Now and complete the form. 

Scholarships

Undergraduate applicants are automatically awarded scholarships at the time a student is admitted to the university. The scholarships are available to full-time undergraduate students based on outstanding high school or college academic records. Scholarships are awarded based on previous GPA. A student with the equivalent of a 3.0 or higher GPA will earn between $16,000 and $18,000 annually. 

About Lewis University

How to Apply

Use the button below to access Lewis University’s unique application. Once you submit your application, your agent will work with you to supply all documents required for your application file.

Get started now! Click Apply Now to unlock important details about start dates, application deadlines,
and a complete breakdown of costs and fees.

Admission Requirements

To apply for undergraduate study, you will need the following:

  • Complete the Undergraduate Application by clicking Apply Now
  • Secondary School Transcripts, or National Exam results
  • Secondary school completion certificate
  • English Proficiency exam scores
TOEFL IBTMinimum 79
IELTSMinimum 6.5
PTE-AMinimum 52
Duolingo AcademicMinimum 105

If your previous school was taught in English, then you may be exempt from the language requirement.  Please check your eligibility for an English waiver; if your country is listed, then you do not need to submit language exams.  If your country is not listed, but your school was taught in English, you can fulfill the English Proficiency requirement with either of the following:

  1. IGCSE Exam
  2. International Baccalaureate scores

Students that are currently in the United States, attending a partnered ESL school, can submit their graduation exam to fulfill the language requirement.

  • Copy of passport

To apply for graduate study, you will need the following:

  • Complete the Graduate Application by clicking Apply Now
  • Bachelor Degree Transcripts or Consolidated Marks Sheet
  • English Proficiency exam score
TOEFL IBTMinimum 79
IELTSMinimum 6.5
PTE-AMinimum 52
Duolingo AcademicMinimum 105
  • Statement of Purpose essay
  • Two Letters of Recommendation
  • Resume or C.V.
  • Copy of passport

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AFTER ADMISSION

After you have successfully completed your application and submitted the required documents, your application will be reviewed and considered for admission.  After you have been accepted to Lewis University, then we can begin the F1 Student Visa application process:

Note: Upon acceptance, all students are required to participate in the school’s student health program or in a health benefit plan with comparable coverage.