Lewis University

What you'll study

The programme builds a broad foundation across humanities and social sciences while allowing you to design a concentration or pathway that reflects your interests. Core components typically include courses in:

• Foundational skills: academic writing, critical thinking, quantitative reasoning and introductory research methods.
• Humanities: literature, philosophy, history, religious studies and cultural studies.
• Social sciences: psychology, sociology, political science and anthropology.
• Communication: interpersonal communication, public speaking, media studies and digital communication.
• Electives and interdisciplinary seminars: area courses that enable thematic study (for example ethics and public policy, global cultures, digital humanities).
• Capstone/culminating experience: a senior seminar, research project, portfolio or practicum that synthesises learning and demonstrates applied skills.

Students may combine on-campus and online courses, pursue minors or certificates (such as leadership, teaching, or digital media), and take advantage of internships, community engagement projects and undergraduate research to apply classroom learning in real settings.

Entry requirements

Typical entry requirements for first‑year applicants include a high school diploma or equivalent and submission of an application with official transcripts. Lewis University considers the overall academic record, course rigour and relevant extracurricular or work experience.

Standard components of an application often include:

• High school transcript showing completion of college‑preparatory courses.
• Personal statement or short essay describing academic interests and goals.
• Letters of recommendation may be requested for competitive adjudication or certain scholarship considerations.
• Standardised test scores (SAT or ACT) if submitted; Lewis University has a test‑flexible admissions policy and evaluates applications holistically.
• Transfer applicants should supply college transcripts and a record of completed college‑level coursework; many transfer credits may be applied toward degree requirements.

International applicants must provide proof of secondary completion equivalent to US high school credentials and demonstrate English language proficiency through accepted tests or prior instruction in English.

Career prospects

A liberal arts and humanities degree from Lewis equips graduates with transferable skills—writing, analysis, problem solving and communication—valuable across many sectors. Common career paths include:

• Education and academic support roles, including secondary teaching (with appropriate teacher certification) and tutoring.
• Public service and non‑profit work, such as program coordination, community outreach and advocacy.
• Business and administration roles in human resources, marketing, communications and project coordination.
• Media, publishing and digital content roles, including writing, editing and social media management.
• Further study in graduate or professional programmes (law, public administration, library and information science, or graduate humanities and social sciences).

Graduates often find opportunities through internships, partnerships with local organisations, and career services that support résumé development, interviewing and job placement.

Why study at Lewis University

Lewis University offers a student‑centred environment with small class sizes, accessible faculty and a focus on applied learning. The General Studies and Humanities pathway emphasises interdisciplinary inquiry and real‑world application through internships, service learning and undergraduate research.

Additional strengths include flexible scheduling with evening and online course options for working students, dedicated academic advising to customise degree plans, and campus resources such as a career services centre and writing support to help students transition to careers or graduate study. As a university with a values‑based mission, Lewis also encourages ethical reflection and civic engagement as part of the liberal arts experience.