What Lewis Offers Adults

Lewis University has a long and successful history in serving adult students. Approximately 33% of the total undergraduate student population are adult students who balance work, family responsiblities, and community committments while attending classess and keeping up with coursework.

"I chose Lewis University out of three different schools I was looking into because of the academic reputation and referrals I got from previous Lewis students ... Lewis also has different campus locations to help those students who need a diversity of class locations."

-Sandy Brassel, Current Student
  • Accelerated undergraduate programs for working adults are taught in a variety of formats in five- and eight-week sessions;

  • Blended courses which are a combination of traditional classroom sessions and online learning;

  • Online courses which are taught completely over the Internet using the course management system, Blackboard;

  • Convenient classes at:

    Lewis University - Kirtland Air Force Base Education Center
    1900 Wyoming Boulevard SE
    Kirtland AFB, NM 87117-5604

    Lewis University - Albuquerque
    2440 Louisiana Boulevard NE, Ste 100
    Albuquerque, NM 87110-4405

  • Ongoing enrollment periods throughout the calendar year. For example, we offer 6 accelerated course sessions over the 12-month calendar year.

Online and blended course options are available for those adult students who are comfortable using the Internet as a tool for the teaching and learning experience. In addition to a variety of delivery options, Lewis University also provides many academic support services including: academic advising, library services, career services, computing labs, and academic support services to help adult students succeed academically.

Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) provides adult students with several non-traditional alternatives for earning college credit for prior learning experiences through proficiency examinations, transcript evaluation, and the development of a prior learning portfolio. Through PLA, Lewis University provides a means through which college-level learning acquired outside the formal college classroom can be documented and evaluated for college credit. For additional information about Prior Learning Assessment, contact the School for Professional and Continuing Education at (815) 815-5570 or at spce@lewisu.edu.

Lewis University faculty facilitate the learning of adults by providing a rich blend of academic knowledge in their field of study with practical and professional experience. Dedicated staff, many of whom have been adult college students themselves, provide the best service and support to help adult students achieve their professional and personal goals.