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Lewis University

Private nonprofit Romeoville, IL · Suburban · Great Lakes · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
65%
Graduation Rate
$66,099
Earnings (10yr)
$17,028
Net Price
71%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Lewis University serves 4,015 students and has a 71% acceptance rate. This means more students can access higher education here compared to many other institutions. With a graduation rate of 65%, students find a supportive environment to complete their degrees.

Looking at outcomes, graduates from Lewis University earn a median salary of $66,099 ten years after enrolling. This earning potential is significant for students making decisions about their future. While specific mobility and success rates for low-income students are not available, the opportunity to earn a solid wage post-graduation is a compelling factor for many.

The net price to attend is $17,028, with a median debt of $21,500. This financial structure indicates that students can expect a manageable amount of debt relative to their earnings. Those who thrive here are often drawn to programs in Business & Marketing, Computer Science & IT, Transportation, Health Professions, and Criminal Justice, which align well with job market demands.

Rankings

How Lewis Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation65%Earnings 10yr$66KNet Price$17KRetention79%Median Debt$22KPell Grant Rate33%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$10K$0-30K$12K$30-48K$12K$48-75K$25K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%575.2%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%2850.7%MOBILITY163.98%

Cost & Financial Aid

$39,200
In-State Tuition
$39,200
Out-of-State
$17,028
Avg Net Price
$21,500
Median Debt
33%
Pell Grant Rate
42%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$10,382
Family Income $0–$30K
$11,712
Family Income $30K–$48K
$12,178
Family Income $48K–$75K
$25,035
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$56,095
6 Years After Entry
$61,064
8 Years
$66,099
10 Years
0.33x
Debt-to-Earnings
72%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$56,095 6yr $61,064 8yr $66,099 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

163.98%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
2850.7%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
575.2%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$93,700
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.71
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.01
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
4.9%
Volunteering Rate
0.99
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 71%
Retention Rate 79%
SAT Average 1096
ACT Midpoint 23
SAT Range 960–1210
ACT Range 20–27
Full-Time Faculty 40%
Faculty Salary (mo) $10,457
Diversity Index 0.66
First-Gen Students 39%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 17%
Computer Science & IT 14%
Transportation 12%
Health Professions 11%
Criminal Justice 10%
Education 9%
Psychology 6%
Biology & Biomedical 4%