Trinity University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in San Antonio, Texas with 2,505 undergraduates. It admits 26% of applicants, costs an average of $22,962 a year after grants and graduates 82% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Trinity University acceptance rate and admissions
Trinity University admitted 26% of applicants for fall 2024, about 1 in 4. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 680 to 750, math 660 to 750). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Trinity University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early decision | Nov 1, 2026 (passed) |
| Early decision II | Feb 1, 2027 |
| Early action | Nov 1, 2026 (passed) |
| Regular decision | Feb 1, 2027 |
Next deadline: Early decision II, Feb 1, 2027. Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Trinity University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Trinity University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $56,496 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $15,402 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $70,775 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $22,962 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $22,962 a year after grants and scholarships, $47,813 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):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Trinity University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Trinity University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 82% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $79,620 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $20,500 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 26% 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 University majors and what graduates earn
Trinity University awarded bachelor's degrees in 47 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from computer and information sciences ($98,708).
All 47 majors at Trinity University
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 University
5 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 5 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health administration | Master's | 31 | $108,545 | $68,777 |
| Accounting | Master's | 24 | $74,013 | n/a |
| Education leadership | Master's | 15 | $69,848 | $26,254 |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 15 | $57,180 | n/a |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 11 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 2,505 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 55% women, 45% men
- 8 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large city
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Trinity University?
Trinity University admitted 26% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Trinity University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $56,496. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $22,962 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Trinity University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 680 to 750 in reading and writing and 660 to 750 in math, and 31 to 34 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Trinity University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Trinity University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Trinity University?
82% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Trinity University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $79,620 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.