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
| Aviation and Transportation, M.S. | Chemistry, M.S. |
| Computer Science, M.S. | Cybersecurity, M.S. |
| Data Science, M.S. | Electrical Engineering, M.S. |
| Aviation Administration | Aviation Flight Technology (pilot training) |
| Aviation Maintenance Technology | Biochemistry |
| Biology | Chemistry |
| Computer Engineering | Computer Science (with 5 specialty options) |
| Cybersecurity | Data Science |
| Electrical Engineering | Environmental Science |
| Information Technology | Mathematics |
| Physics | Unmanned Aircraft Systems |
Lewis University’s business degree programs are grounded in ethics and are designed for the career-focused student. These programs blend critical thinking, data analysis, financial understanding, technological knowledge, and communication skills. With a focus on global business practices and international relations, students benefit from small class sizes and personalized attention from expert faculty.
Graduate Programs Include:| Master of Business Administration (MBA) (with 9 specialty options) | Business Analytics, M.S. |
| Finance, M.S. | Project Management, M.S. |
| Accounting | Business Administration |
| Digital Marketing | Economics |
| Finance | HR Management |
| Sport Management | Supply Chain Management |
| International Business | |
At Lewis University’s College of Education and Social Sciences, students and faculty collaborate to positively impact schools and communities. Inspired by Saint John Baptist de La Salle, founder of the Christian Brothers and the Patron Saint of Educators, we prioritize holistic education and social justice, fostering critical thinking and passion among graduates. The College of Education and Social Sciences prepares students for careers in education, law enforcement and public safety, political science, sociology, psychology, and social work. Graduate Programs include:
| EdD Educational Leadership | Criminal Justice, M.S. |
| Public Safety Administration, M.S. |
| Criminal Justice | Psychology |
| Sociology |
The College of Humanities, Fine Arts and Communication offers a distinct educational advantage from career-focused programs complemented by a robust liberal arts core. Through core classes, students develop critical thinking skills, applying theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios. The College of Humanities, Fine Arts, and Communications promotes diverse perspectives in fields of communications, interactive media, entertainment technology, visual and performing arts, and the humanities.
Undergraduate Programs Include:
Communications
| MS Health Information Management |
| Exercise Science | Public Health |
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.
For a more detailed breakdown of cost by program, please click Apply Now and complete the form.
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.






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To apply for undergraduate study, you will need the following:
| TOEFL IBT | Minimum 79 |
| IELTS | Minimum 6.5 |
| PTE-A | Minimum 52 |
| Duolingo Academic | Minimum 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:
Students that are currently in the United States, attending a partnered ESL school, can submit their graduation exam to fulfill the language requirement.
To apply for graduate study, you will need the following:
| TOEFL IBT | Minimum 79 |
| IELTS | Minimum 6.5 |
| PTE-A | Minimum 52 |
| Duolingo Academic | Minimum 105 |
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.
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