

Lewis University Women's Volleyball
Lewis University (LU) · Romeoville, Illinois · Private nonprofit university
Lewis University Women's Volleyball coaches
Coaches at Lewis University who recruit Women's Volleyball, head coach first.
The program
Where Lewis University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division II
- Conference
- Great Lakes Valley Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- lewisflyers.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Considered but not Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 13 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 67% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Lewis University in Romeoville.
- Location
- Romeoville, Illinois
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- lewisu.edu
About Lewis University Women's Volleyball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Lorelee Smith, the Head Coach, leads the Lewis University Women's Volleyball staff of 5 coaches, verified October 2026. Lewis University (LU) competes in NCAA Division II Women's Volleyball as a member of the Great Lakes Valley Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division II coaches can call and send materials at any time, and off-campus contact and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year. Lewis University is a private school in Romeoville, Illinois with 7,011 undergraduates, a 71% acceptance rate and an average net price of $19,472 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Lewis University Women's Volleyball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Lorelee Smith, the Head Coach and Rudi Grant, the Assistant Coach. Lewis University has 5 coaches for Women's Volleyball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your position, height, standing reach and approach jump in the subject line and first sentences. Division II coaches look for athletes who can contribute early, and often split partial scholarships across a roster.
- Send your videoInclude a skills video plus full sets from club tournaments, with the link near the top so Lorelee can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Lewis University typically score 960–1210 on the SAT and 20–27 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Lewis University staff after a week, and again after your next tournament with updated results.
Email Coach Lorelee Smith at Lewis University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach LoreleeHow volleyball recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Lewis University Women's Volleyball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Lewis University D2?
Yes. Lewis University competes in NCAA Division II Women's Volleyball, in the Great Lakes Valley Conference.
Is Lewis University public or private?
Lewis University is a private nonprofit school in Romeoville, Illinois.
What conference is Lewis University Women's Volleyball in?
The Great Lakes Valley Conference.
Does Lewis University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Volleyball?
Lewis University competes in NCAA Division II, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does Lewis University Women's Volleyball have?
5 coaches, led by Lorelee Smith, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Lewis University Women's Volleyball?
Lorelee Smith is the Head Coach.
When can Lewis University Women's Volleyball coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division II coaches can call and send materials at any time, and off-campus contact and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year. You can email the coaches yourself at any age. Rules change, so check your sport's current NCAA recruiting calendar.
Can you walk on to Lewis University Women's Volleyball?
It depends on roster space each year. The best way to find out is to email the coaches with your stats and highlights and ask about walk-on spots.
How much does Lewis University cost?
In-state tuition is $38,800 and out-of-state tuition is $38,800 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $19,472.
What is the Lewis University acceptance rate?
71% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Lewis University?
Admitted students typically score 960–1210 on the SAT and 20–27 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Lewis University Women's Volleyball coaches?
Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.
Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.




