Lewis University
Romeoville, Illinois · Private
Lewis University admitted 69% of 6,968 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 970–1238 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 62% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Lewis University
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Application deadlines
Lewis University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early action
- December 1, 2026
- Regular decision
- March 1, 2027
The application is free.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Lewis University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Lewis University offers early action but didn’t report its early admit rate.
What admissions weighs
How Lewis University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
Important
- Essay
Considered
- Class rank
- Test scores
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Legacy
- Where you live
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
Not considered
- State residency
- Religion
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.50 GPA. 14% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $53,712 a year. After grants, students paid $19,472 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is Lewis University’s acceptance rate?
Lewis University admitted 69% of applicants: 4,819 of 6,968 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is Lewis University’s early action deadline?
For 2026–27, early action is due December 1, 2026 and regular decision is due March 1, 2027. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for Lewis University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 970 to 1238, with a median around 1100. A score at or above 1100 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Lewis University’s application fee?
The application is free for 2026–27.
Does Lewis University have supplemental essays?
No. Lewis University doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.
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