
Trinity University is a nonprofit private college that has a large selection of majors available for students to choose from. The school is located in San Antonio, Texas, in a predominantly urban area. The Presbyterian Church affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. Enrollment at Trinity University is nearly 2,500 yearly.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Engineering
- English Language And Literature
Students applying for admission are most often asked to submit an application, school records, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. The most common standardized test scores among applicants accepted to this school are in the range of 26 - 31 for the ACT exam, or 1730 - 2030 on the SAT exam. 61% of those who apply are accepted to Trinity, of which 23% choose to attend. More information on admissions can be found at web.trinity.edu.
The cost of tuition is close to $34,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's net price calculator to identify their costs. Student housing is available for students and costs around $7,800 annually. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The mascot for Trinity University is the "Tigers", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Sports available may include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Football (NCAA Division III)
- Golf (NCAA Division III)
Contact information, tuition information, areas of study offered, and much more can be accessed on school's website at http://www.trinity.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the applicants Trinity accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Trinity University has a total student population of about 2,400. The student body is made up of 92% undergraduate students and 25% graduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition is estimated to range between $37,000-$45,000 for both in-state and out-of-state students
- Part time students pay in the range of $1,600 to $1,900 per unit
- May offer prepaid tuition rates, allowing tuition to be purchased at current rates for future enrollment.
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 98% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 96% | $24,385 |
Receiving Student Loans | 65% | $8,395 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Trinity University may provide services to students like:- Counseling assistance
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assisting students to find work
Graduation Rates
Trinity University has a very high graduation rate when compared to other similar schools in the area.
Number of Year to Graduate | Percent of Entering Class |
---|---|
Students Graduating in 4 Years | 72% |
Graduating in 5 Years | 9% |
Graduating in 6 Years | 1% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Health Services Administration Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (since 1968)
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- * Accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (since 1956)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Trinity University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III (with football) classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference)
- Football (Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Track and Field, Indoor
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

Get more information about the programs offered by Trinity University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
- Biochemistry (B)
- Neuroscience (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
- Accounting (B, M)
- Finance (B)
- International Business (B)
- Management Science (B)
- Business Administration (B)
Communications and Journalism
- Media Studies (B)
- Communication, General
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer (B)
Education
- Educational Leadership and Administration (M)
- Secondary Education (M)
- Elementary Education (M)
- Music Teacher Education (M)
- Middle School Teacher (M)
- Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
Engineering
- Engineering Science (B)
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
- Rhetoric and Composition (B)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
- East Asian Studies (B)
- Latin American Studies (B)
- Near and Middle Eastern Studies (B)
- African-American Black Studies (B)
- European Civilization Studies (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
- Spanish Language and Literature (B)
- Classical Languages, Literatures and Linguistics (B)
- Chinese Language and Literature (B)
- Russian Language and Literature (B)
- German Language and Literature (B)
- French Language and Literature (B)
- Latin Language and Literature (B)
- Ancient Greek Language and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Intercultural, Multicultural and Diversity Studies
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
- Financial Mathematics (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
- Environmental Studies (B)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Religious Studies (B)
- Philosophy (B)
Physical Sciences
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
- School Psychology (M)
Social Sciences
- Economics (B)
- Political Science (B)
- Sociology (B)
- Anthropology (B)
- Urban Studies (B)
- International Relations (B)
- International Economics (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Art Studies (B)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
- Music Theory and Composition (B)
- Music Performance (B)
- Art History (B)
- Music (B)
- Voice and Opera (B)
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Trinity University.
- The University of Texas at San Antonio in San Antonio, TX (12 miles away)
- University of Houston - Victoria in Victoria, TX (101 miles away)
- Texas A&M University - Kingsville in Kingsville, TX (139 miles away)
- Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi in Corpus Christi, TX (139 miles away)
- Texas A&M International University in Laredo, TX (143 miles away)
Also, check out our college lists below, which can help students compare schools to one another:
- Compare all colleges & universities in Texas
- Browse our list of private colleges in Texas
- Review a list of Texas Bible and Christian Colleges
Data Disclaimer
Information displayed on this page has been obtained from Institution, State, and Federal data sources, including the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) Survey 2010-2016. Information should be solely used for informational purposes only and may not be accurate for the current year. Contact Trinity University for official up-to-date information.