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Lewis University

Romeoville, Illinois · Private Non-Profit

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$56,095

Acceptance Rate

73%

Graduation Rate

62%

Annual Tuition

$37,882

Quick answer

According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of Lewis University earn a median of $66,099 ten years after entry — 22% above the national median. Acceptance rate 72.7%, average SAT score 1096, in-state tuition $37,882.

At a Glance

Total Students

3,665

Retention Rate

84%

Faculty Ratio

14

Financial Aid

47%

Median Debt

$21,500

Campus Setting

Suburban

Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

Admissions: SAT & ACT Scores

Average SAT Score

1,096

SAT Reading/Writing (middle 50%)

490–600

SAT Math (middle 50%)

470–610

ACT Composite (middle 50%)

20–27

Institution Overview

Lewis University is a private, non-profit institution with 3,665 students. The university has an acceptance rate of 72.7% and a graduation rate of 62.4%. The student retention rate is 83.6%. The average in-state tuition is $37,882.

Graduates of Lewis University report earnings of $49,355 one year after graduation, $56,095 after five years, and $66,099 after ten years. The median student debt is $21,500, and 46.5% of students receive financial aid.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$49k

1 YEAR

$56k

5 YEARS

$66k

10 YEARS

Top 19% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Lewis University alumni earn a median salary of $49,355. Five years after graduation, median earnings increase to $56,095, and after ten years, median earnings reach $66,099. The median debt for students is $21,500, and 46.5% of students receive financial aid.

Lewis University has a student body of 3,665, with an acceptance rate of 72.7%. The graduation rate is 62.4%, and the retention rate is 83.6%. The annual in-state tuition cost is $37,882.

Popular Programs

Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.

Business Administration, Management and Operations

Graduates 258 / yr
Median Salary $71,183

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

Graduates 240 / yr
Median Salary $103,365

Criminal Justice and Corrections

Graduates 154 / yr
Median Salary $96,146

Air Transportation

Graduates 127 / yr
Median Salary $39,228

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

Graduates 89 / yr
Median Salary $51,876

Psychology, General

Graduates 74 / yr
Median Salary $31,104

Special Education and Teaching

Graduates 67 / yr
Median Salary $51,806

Biology, General

Graduates 55 / yr
Median Salary $35,948

Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management

Graduates 49 / yr
Median Salary $72,901

Computer Software and Media Applications

Graduates 41 / yr
Median Salary $96,484

Social Work

Graduates 40 / yr
Median Salary $49,271

Marketing

Graduates 35 / yr
Median Salary $43,196

Accounting and Related Services

Graduates 31 / yr
Median Salary $47,616

Health and Physical Education/Fitness

Graduates 31 / yr
Median Salary $28,856

Finance and Financial Management Services

Graduates 27 / yr
Median Salary $52,742

Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions

Graduates 25 / yr
Median Salary $38,831

Human Resources Management and Services

Graduates 24 / yr
Median Salary $50,361

Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication

Graduates 21 / yr
Median Salary $24,202

Student Counseling and Personnel Services

Graduates 17 / yr
Median Salary $56,337

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Campus Location

Romeoville, Illinois

Romeoville, IL 60446-2200

Lewis University is located in Romeoville, Illinois. The campus is in a suburban setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Lewis University has an acceptance rate of 72.7%.