Life at Lewis
At Lewis, you’ll find countless ways to get involved, build friendships, develop leadership skills, and make the most of your college experience.
Lewis offers 100+ student clubs and organizations, club sports, campus ministry programs, and other unique chances to complement and enhance your academic experience including a variety of international opportunities.
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STUDENT TALK
Taylor Gugliuzza
Criminal Justice major 4+1 to M.S.
“I’m completing the 4+1 master’s program and then going on to law school after Lewis.”
Choose a study abroad program from four continents.
PERSONALIZED SUPPORT.
HANDS-ON LEARNING.
CAREER-READY OUTCOMES..
ENROLLMENT
- 6,500 total students: 4,800 undergraduate, 1,700 graduate
- 7th largest private, not-for-profit university in Illinois
- More than 50% underrepresented population
- International students from more than 30 countries
FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIPS
- 98% of students receive assistance
- Nearly $63 million institutional dollars awarded annually
- Academic, merit, talent, and athletic scholarships available
- Federal and state aid
- Convenient payment plan options
CAMPUS
- More than 400 acres of beautiful grounds and buildings
- Adjacent to Lewis University Airport
- Designated Tree Campus USA by The Arbor Day Foundation
- 35 miles southwest of Chicago
STUDENT LIFE
- An impressive range of more than 100 groups and activities
- 22 NCAA Division II athletic teams
- 11 residence halls housing just over 1,000 students
- Extensive range of student support services
- Close connections to the local community and city of Chicago
NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
- U.S. News & World Report – Top Tier
- Military Times – Best for Vets
- The Princeton Review – Best in the Midwest
- Colleges of Distinction
- Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI)
CAREER SERVICES
- Internship program
- Resumé writing
- Interview strategies
- “Flyers Get Hired” program