Lewis University, Romeoville campus

Lewis University is a private, Catholic, and Lasallian university located in Romeoville, Illinois. Situated approximately 35 miles southwest of Chicago, its main campus is a picturesque 410-acre arboretum with more than 2,400 trees. 

Academic Profile

• Programs: Offers over 80 undergraduate majors and 35 graduate programs.
• Signature Majors: Known for top-tier programs in Aviation, Nursing, Criminal/Social Justice, Computer Science, and Business.
• Instruction: All classes are taught by full-time professors (no teaching assistants), maintaining a small 13:1 student-to-faculty ratio.
• Unique Facility: It is the only university in Illinois with an on-campus airport, allowing students to pilot planes directly from school. 

Admissions & Cost (2024–2025)

• Selectivity: The university is somewhat competitive with an acceptance rate of approximately 71–73%.
• Test Policy: It maintains a test-optional admissions policy and accepts the Common Application.
• Tuition: Annual tuition and fees are approximately $40,700; however, nearly 98–99% of first-year students receive financial aid. 

Campus Life & Athletics

• Enrollment: Approximately 7,000 total students (4,326 undergraduates).
• Housing: There are 11 co-ed residence halls on campus, though it is also a popular choice for commuters.
• Athletics: A member of NCAA Division II (Great Lakes Valley Conference), sponsoring 22 intercollegiate sports.
• Rankings: Ranked #29 in Regional Universities Midwest and #28 in Best Value Schools by U.S. News & World Report (2026 edition).