Lewis University

Located in Romeoville, Illinois, Lewis University offers six different Bachelor of Science programs and one master’s program. Lewis University started in the early 1930s as an aviation technical school, which helped them become a highly regarded College of Aviation Science today. This university is a good fit for students looking for a hands on experience and small class sizes.

Program Highlights

Lewis houses its own airport just southwest of Chicago. This means no commute time for students.

Degrees the school offers include:

• Bachelor of Science
  • Air Traffic Control Management
  • Aviation Administration
  • Aviation and Aerospace Technology
  • Aviation Flight Technology
  • Aviation Maintenance Technology
  • Unmanned Aircraft Systems
• Master of Science
  • Aviation and Transportation (also available online)

Lewis offers a 4-to-1 program that allows students to earn their bachelor’s and master’s in aviation and transportation in five years.

The school has many industry partners including Pivot and ForeFlight. They also work with airline pathway programs to enable their students to find jobs prior to graduation, including:

● GoJet Airlines
● Republic Airlines
● Mesa Airlines
● Air Wisconsin
● Delta Tech Ops

The school is part of Region 8 of the National intercollegiate Flying Association.

Value

Lewis University is a mid-priced University with high-end connections. Tuition is about $35,000 with an additional $14,000-16,000 a year for a flight student.

The school has a long list of organizations that provide scholarships to aviation students, including:

● Avscholars.com
● The Ninety-Nines
● National Business Aviation Association

Fleet and Facilities

Lewis provides 23 aircraft for training.

The fleet consists of:
● 17 Cessna 172s
● Four Cessna 182s
● Two Piper Seminoles
● An array of simulators

Students finishing the Lewis program can take advantage of the 500-hour ATP reduction.

Campus Life

Life at Lewis University has a very traditional college feel. The school has NCAA division II athletics, club sports, and arts and theater electives. Students can also join one of the many organizations, including Lewis Aviators or Alpha Eta Rho.

The college has three freshman residence halls and 10 upperclassmen housing facilities. On-campus dining is also available.

The Bottom Line

Lewis University can offer a traditional college experience while still giving a technical school feel. It has great industry connections and offers reasonable tuition.