Office of Veterans Affairs and Recruitment

Zero Application Fee

Lewis University is grateful for the dedication and service of our armed forces and we are committed to supporting you in reaching your academic and career goals. Whether you are active duty, or a veteran, we can assist you and eligible dependents as you begin or continue your education. 

Lewis University removes barriers to attaining a high quality education, Veterans, Service Members and Service Members Family Members do not pay an Application Fee.

To help you transition to higher education, we have developed a number of resources as well as provided links to numerous government agencies to help you take full advantage of your military service.

Please refer to any of the links on our site to get started with your degree.

For more information contact:

Roman Ortega Jr.
Lewis University
3rd Floor, Office 339, Learning Resource Center
One University Parkway
Romeoville, IL 60446-2200
(815)836-5339
ortegaro@lewisu.edu

Military Education Resource Center (MERC)
3rd Floor, Office 338, Learning Resource Center
(815) 834-MIL1 (6451)
veterans@lewisu.edu

External Resources

• W.A.V.E. (Web Automated Verification of Enrollment)
• Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs
• GI Bill Education Benefits
• Student Veterans of America
• Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans
• Veteran Center Services of America
• Transition Assistance Online
• A Transfer Guide: Understanding your Military Credit Recommendations
• eBenefits