Trinity Bible College and Graduate School is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Ellendale, North Dakota with 141 undergraduates. It admits 26% of applicants, costs an average of $22,322 a year after grants and graduates 46% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Trinity Bible College and Graduate School acceptance rate and admissions
Trinity Bible College and Graduate School admitted 26% of applicants for fall 2024, about 1 in 4. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Trinity Bible College and Graduate School tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $19,700 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $8,088 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $33,568 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $22,322 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $22,322 a year after grants and scholarships, $11,246 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
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Trinity Bible College and Graduate School graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 46% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $38,990 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $19,809 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 51% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Trinity Bible College and Graduate School majors and what graduates earn
Trinity Bible College and Graduate School awarded bachelor's degrees in 8 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from bible/biblical studies ($48,009).
All 8 majors at Trinity Bible College and Graduate School
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bible/Biblical Studies | 23 | n/a | $48,009 | n/a |
| Divinity and ministry | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| International business | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Trinity Bible College and Graduate School
3 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 3 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Divinity and ministry | Master's | 16 | n/a | n/a |
| Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Pastoral ministry | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 141 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 55% women, 45% men
- 9 students for every faculty member
- Setting: rural, remote
- Accredited by Association for Biblical Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Trinity Bible College and Graduate School?
Trinity Bible College and Graduate School admitted 26% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Trinity Bible College and Graduate School cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $19,700. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $22,322 a year in 2024-25.
Is Trinity Bible College and Graduate School test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Trinity Bible College and Graduate School reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Trinity Bible College and Graduate School?
46% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Trinity Bible College and Graduate School graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $38,990 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.