Financial Aid

Scholarships

Scholarships are available to students in two categories - those that are based on outstanding academic records or talent, and private scholarships available to students who meet specified qualifications. For more information on scholarships, please also visit: http://www.fastweb.com.

Scholarships based on Outstanding Academic Records

**The scholarships listed in this first group are available to full-time undergraduate students based on outstanding high school or college academic performance and students who've demonstrated outstanding talent in theatre, art, music, or athletic ability. These scholarships are not available to students who enroll in accelerated, contract, cohort, and second bachelor degree programs.

• Freshmen Scholarships
  Freshmen students are awarded scholarships after a complete review of their application and transcript. Several areas are considered including: Composite ACT or SAT score, cumulative gpa, strength of curriculum, and extra-curricular involvement.

• Transfer Scholarships
  Transfer students with a minimum 2.5 cumulative gpa may be considered for a transfer scholarship. Awards are renewable based on cumulative gpa while attending Lewis University. Required gpa varies depending on scholarship amount.

• Phi Theta Kappa Scholarships
  An annual scholarship available to transfer students who are Phi Theta Kappa members and who have a cumulative GPA of 3.0. This scholarship is renewable for up to three years, based on a cumulative Lewis University GPA of 3.0.

• Talent Scholarships
  These scholarships are awarded by the Theatre, Art, and Music Departments based on auditions and participation within the respective programs. Awards may be continued based upon student participation within these departments. Contact the department chairperson in the specific department of interest for an application.

• Lewis University Athletic Awards
  Scholarships are awarded to athletes by the coaches in the respective sports. Awards may be renewed based on
  
  
  • academic standing;
  • the exhibition of proper sportsmanship;
  • continued participation on the athletic team; and
  • completion of all required forms.
    
    Contact the Director of Athletics for more information.

International Scholarship

Lewis University awards academic scholarships to international students (non U.S. citizen or resident) based on ACT composite scores or SAT critical reading and math scores along with a Grade Point Average (GPA) based on an evaluation report produced by an approved international credential evaluation service. The awards range from $4,000 to $5,500. To be eligible for an academic scholarship, complete an admission application and be accepted to Lewis University by July 1.

Nursing Grants/Scholarships

Several scholarships/grants are available to nursing majors who meet specified eligibility criteria. Some grants/scholarships are awarded annually and others may be renewed. Examples are the Julianne Murphy Scholarship, awarded annually to a sophomore nursing major. Several scholarships are available through regional community organizations and professional groups.

Registered nurses may also qualify for funding through the State of Illinois Nursing Assistance Program. For additional information on grants/scholarships contact the Office of Financial Aid at 815-836-5263. RNs should also contact their College of Nursing and Health Professions advisor.

• Alumni Scholarship
  These scholarships are available to undergraduate full-time students who are the children or spouses of Lewis University alumni. Scholarships are awarded in the fall to students who are accepted for admission prior to June 1st. Scholarships can be for up to $1,000 per academic year and may be renewable up to four years based on a cumulative GPA of 2.25 or better.

• Army ROTC Scholarship
  The U.S. Army offers Nursing scholarships to outstanding students enrolling in the four-year ROTC program. These scholarships provide tuition assistance of up to $16,000 per year, a book allowance of up to $450 per year, and $150 monthly living allowance. These tuition scholarships are available to freshmen students for four years. Interested students can obtain applications from ROTC units, high school guidance counselors, or the Department of Military Science. The catalogue specifically states Nursing scholarships.
  
  
• Air Force ROTC Scholarships
  Scholarships are available to incoming freshman as well as current college students. Scholarships may pay up to full tuition and fees as well as a textbook allowance. All members receive a monthly subsistence allowance per month in their final two academic years. Scholarships are available for four, three- and two-year periods, depending on the student’s academic major. Students can contact the Department of Aerospace Studies for more information. Contact information: (312) 567-3525 or AFROTC@iit.edu.

• Lewis University Endowed Scholarships
  Lewis University has a number of Endowed Scholarships that are awarded annually through various campus departments. The number of scholarships and value differ from year to year. For more information, contact the Office of Financial Aid at 815-836-5263.
  

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