University Profile:
Lewis University

Practical. Focused. Relevant.
Located 30 minutes southwest of Chicago, Lewis University is a comprehensive, Catholic university where the traditions of liberal learning and preparation for professional life give the university its educational identity and mission focus. Lewis is one of many schools sponsored by the De La Salle Christian Brothers with over 300 years of teaching experience in the Lasallian tradition.

Lewis University offers a dynamic environment in which students develop both their personal and professional skills. From creative pursuits to community-based learning, you will find that your learning experiences extend beyond the traditional classroom setting. Technology enhancements throughout the University, in residence halls, computer labs and classrooms, provide students with access to resources around the world.

For 75 years, Lewis has provided students with career preparation in a variety of professional programs of their choice. Ninety percent of our graduates utilize their degree in their chosen occupation, or go on to graduate or professional school. Lewis provides over 65 undergraduate majors and 20 graduate programs through the Colleges of Arts and Sciences, Business, Education and Nursing and Health Professions. Premier programs include aviation, criminal/social justice, education, nursing, and business.

Our Catholic heritage means that values and ethics are integrated into daily learning experiences as Lewis. Faculty share a common sense of purpose in providing students with a practical liberal arts education that will prepare them to be successful throughout life. Students of all faiths and backgrounds are welcome.

Ideal Size and Location
A unique sense of community differentiates Lewis from many other universities. With a total student body of 5,200, classes are small and interactive. Professors treat you as a total person, not a number. The Lewis main campus is situated on 376 beautiful acres in the southwest suburb of Romeoville, just 30 minutes from the corporate, cultural and social resources of Chicago.

History
Founded in 1932 under the direction of the Chicago Archdiocese and Bishop Bernard J. Sheil, Lewis began as the Holy Name Technical School for boys. Aviation technology was the special emphasis of instruction and the origin of today's highly regarded Department of Aviation. In 1952 the school was renamed the Lewis College of Science and Technology. In 1960, the De La Salle Christian Brothers - members of a 326-year-old religious order devoted exclusively to teaching and named after Saint John Baptist de La Salle, their founder and Patron Saint of Educators - assumed direction of the institution. Today, with growing enrollment, outstanding programs, experienced faculty and motivated students, Lewis University is recognized as one of the finest, mid-sized, comprehensive Catholic universities in the country.

Affordable
Lewis is committed to helping every qualified student who can benefit from a private, Catholic education. As a result, our tuition is significantly lower than comparable colleges. In addition, more than $40 million in financial assistance is awarded annually to students through federal, state, and institutional funds. Last year, more than 85 percent of new undergraduates received assistance through a combination of scholarships, grants, loans and campus employment.
Tuition for the 2006-2007 academic year is $19,200 (block rate 12-18 semester hours). Room and Board charges are $7,600. There are additional indirect costs that are incurred for books, commuting costs and personal expenses.

Nationally Recognized Athletic Programs
Lewis University has been a proud, highly successful member of NCAA Division II and the Great Lakes Valley Conference for more than a quarter of a century. Flyer teams have captured 74 GLVC championships and have made 136 NCAA postseason appearances. Lewis has won the GLVC All-Sports Trophy 12 times and, in 1996 and 2001, finished 10th nationally among Division II institutions in the annual National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics competition that recognizes the nation's top intercollegiate athletics programs. Lewis also is a member of the Midwestern Intercollegiate Volleyball Association (men's volleyball) and the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (men's and women's swimming). You can follow all of the excitement of Flyer athletics at: www.lewisflyers.com.

Lewis Intercollegiate Athletics

• Baseball (men's)
• Basketball (men's and women's)
• Cross Country (men's and women's)
• Golf (men's and women's)
• Soccer (men's and women's)
• Softball (women's)
• Swimming (men's and women's)
• Tennis (men's and women's)
• Track and Field (men's and women's)
• Volleyball (men's and women's)

Notable
Lewis has a proud history of preparing our graduates for the professional world. Many of our academic programs and extracurricular activities have received national attention.

• Named "A Best Midwestern College" by The Princeton Review
• Rated "Top Tier" by U.S. News and World Report
• Largest bachelor's degree program in Nursing in Illinois
• Nationally ranked Flight Team
• Nationally ranked Mock Trial Team
• Award winning student newspaper The Flyer
• First all digital college radio station in the country
• One of only 14 accredited programs in Athletic Training among private universities in Illinois
• Largest undergraduate program in Criminal Social/Justice among private universities in Illinois
• The oldest Aviation program among universities in Illinois
• The only University aviation program in Illinois with an airport on campus
• Located in Will County, one of the fastest growing counties in the country
• Nursing, Aviation and Education students recently achieved 100% pass rate on certification exams
• Innovative and unique academic programs including: aviation security, forensic criminal investigation, music merchandising, and a combined degree of special education and elementary education