Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Hartford, Connecticut |
| Online | trincoll.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Trinity College, situated in Hartford, Connecticut's capital city, occupies a 100-acre historic campus known for its Gothic-style architecture and distinctive Long Walk buildings. Founded in 1823 as Washington College before adopting its current name in 1845, Trinity maintains its position as one of the oldest liberal arts institutions in New England and operates as a selective private college emphasizing undergraduate education. The college offers liberal arts and sciences programs with particular strengths in economics, political science, English, and neuroscience, while also housing the first engineering program established at a liberal arts college. Located in an urban setting, Trinity provides guaranteed housing for all four years, with most students residing in the college's mix of historic and modern dormitories, and competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Bantams, notably in squash where both men's and women's teams have achieved national recognition.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Trinity College is rated within the top 11% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 9 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Trinity College within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#48 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#47 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#3 in Best Colleges in Connecticut
#3 in Best Private Colleges in Connecticut
#55 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#3 in Best Value Colleges in Connecticut
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1310/1460 |
| ACT | 30/33 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.8 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 17, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | High |
| Application Fee | $65 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $2,990 |
| Room and Board | $17,990 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,500 |
| Total One Year Cost | $87,910 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 31% |
| Ethnic Studies | 9% |
| History | 7% |
| English and Literature | 6% |
| Biology | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=130590 IPEDS survey data for Trinity College.
Current students may use the Trinity College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025