First-year deadlines, 2026–27
| Plan | Entry term | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early action Apply early, hear early, not binding. | Fall | December 1, 2026 |
| Regular decision The standard deadline, with answers in spring. Not binding. | Spring | January 1, 2027 |
| Regular decision | Fall | May 1, 2027 |
Plans are listed in calendar order. What the plans mean
Source: lewisu.edu · checked September 30, 2026
What families actually pay
Average yearly net price after grants, all students, by family income
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, College Scorecard · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Biggest majors
| Major | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Computer Science | 102 |
| Aviation/Airway Management and Operations | 102 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | 81 |
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | 78 |
| Business Administration and Management | 64 |
| Psychology | 54 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences | 35 |
| Education/Teaching of Individuals in Early Childhood Special Education Programs | 32 |
Show the other 59 majors
| Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance | 27 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 23 |
| Accounting | 22 |
| Forensic Science and Technology | 20 |
| Finance | 18 |
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | 17 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management | 15 |
| Sport and Fitness Administration/Management | 15 |
| Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration | 14 |
| Special Education and Teaching | 13 |
| Social Work | 13 |
| Dental Hygiene/Hygienist | 12 |
| Organizational Leadership | 12 |
| Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching | 11 |
| Chemistry | 11 |
| History | 10 |
| Physics | 10 |
| Mathematics | 9 |
| Information Technology | 8 |
| Secondary Education and Teaching | 8 |
| Health/Health Care Administration/Management | 8 |
| Management Science | 7 |
| Political Science and Government | 7 |
| Computer Engineering | 6 |
| English Language and Literature | 6 |
| E-Commerce/Electronic Commerce | 5 |
| Air Traffic Controller | 5 |
| Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology | 5 |
| Digital Arts | 4 |
| Data Science | 4 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | 4 |
| Legal Assistant/Paralegal | 4 |
| Environmental Science | 4 |
| International Business/Trade/Commerce | 3 |
| Commercial and Advertising Art | 3 |
| Public Relations/Image Management | 3 |
| Organizational Communication | 3 |
| Radio and Television | 3 |
| Journalism, Other | 3 |
| Business/Managerial Economics | 2 |
| Music Management | 2 |
| Art/Art Studies | 2 |
| Design and Visual Communications | 2 |
| Religion/Religious Studies | 2 |
| Philosophy, Other | 2 |
| Biochemistry | 2 |
| Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia | 1 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, Other | 1 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | 1 |
| Spanish Language and Literature | 1 |
| General Studies | 1 |
| Philosophy | 1 |
| Public Administration | 1 |
| International Relations and Affairs | 1 |
| Transportation and Materials Moving, Other | 1 |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician | 1 |
| Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer | 1 |
| Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management | 1 |
| Information Resources Management | 1 |
Bachelor’s graduates, first major, most recent year · Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Sports and campus life
Men’s varsity · NCAA Division II, Great Lakes Valley Conference
Baseball, Basketball, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Volleyball
Women’s varsity · NCAA Division II, Great Lakes Valley Conference
Basketball, Bowling, Golf, Lacrosse, Other Sports, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Volleyball
ROTC
Air Force, Army
Faith groups
Newman Connection
Also
Honors college, Study abroad
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education athletics data (EADA), connection.newmanministry.com · checked September 4, 2026 · data snapshot October 2, 2026
The place
Setting
Suburb, large
Federal locale classification
Metro area
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN
9,408,576 people
Big-city metro (1 million+)
Yes
More about the place
Nearest airport
Chicago Midway International (MDW)
Nearest hub airport
Chicago Midway International (MDW)
Walkability
EPA walkability index 8.7 of 20
Elevation
650 ft
Time zone
Central
January low
16°F
July high
85°F
Annual snowfall
33.2 in
Days at 90°F or higher
16 per year
One-bedroom fair market rent
$2,270 per month
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education (IPEDS locale), U.S. Census metro estimates, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, EPA walkability · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Colleges nearby
- University of St Francis5 mi
- Benedictine University12 mi
- North Central College12 mi
- Trinity Christian College16 mi
- Aurora University17 mi
- Wheaton College18 mi
Straight-line distance between campuses
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