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Your chances of getting into Trinity Christian College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

70.7%
Admission Difficulty for Trinity Christian College
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Moderate 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Trinity Christian College is 70.7%.  Its admission rate is the 28th lowest in Illinois.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Trinity Christian College and can you get accepted?

Trinity Christian College is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 499 out of the 706 who applied were admitted.

Trinity Christian College typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.48. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 26% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Trinity Christian College?

71% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Trinity Christian College you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.48 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1010 on the SAT
  • Score 24 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

Trinity Christian College GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.48

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Trinity Christian College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Trinity Christian College are to have around a 3.48 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Trinity Christian College accepts 71% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Trinity Christian College is 3.48 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #21 in Illinois for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Trinity Christian College is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.5 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Trinity Christian College students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 36.0% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 20.0% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 13.0% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 9.0% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 12.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 10.0% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Trinity Christian College SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Trinity Christian College. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 29% of students submitted SAT scores and 98% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

910-1110

Applicants Submitting SAT 

29%
SAT Scores for Trinity Christian College
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 450
Math 25th Percentile 460
Composite 25th Percentile 910
SAT Scores for Trinity Christian College
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 550
Math 75th Percentile 560
Composite 75th Percentile 1110
Average SAT Score 1010

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Trinity Christian College?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Trinity Christian College is 1010 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 910-1110. Students who get into Trinity Christian College score in the top 76 percent of all SAT test takers..  Trinity Christian College ranks #42 in the state of Illinois for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1010 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Trinity Christian College regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 910 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 910, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 810, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Trinity Christian College is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1010 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1010, you have around a 71% chance of being admitted. A 1110 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 82% chance of getting in.

Trinity Christian College admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1110 and Above Good >82%
1010 to 1110 Avg + 71%-82%
910 to 1010 Avg - 56%-71%
810 to 910 Reach 40%-56%
Less than 810 Low <40%
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Trinity Christian College ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

20-29 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

98%
ACT Scores for Trinity Christian College
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 19
Math 25th Percentile 18
Composite 25th Percentile 20
ACT Scores for Trinity Christian College
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 31
Math 75th Percentile 26
Composite 75th Percentile 29
Average ACT Score 24

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Trinity Christian College?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Trinity Christian College is 24, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 20 and 29.  The school ranks #19 in Illinois for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 24. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 20 and score in the score in the top 49 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 16.

Scoring well on the ACT is very important as 98 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Trinity Christian College.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Trinity Christian College is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Trinity Christian College for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 24 score has around 71% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 83% with a 29 ACT score.

Trinity Christian College admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
29 and Above Good >83%
24 to 29 Avg + 71%-83%
20 to 24 Avg - 58%-71%
16 to 20 Reach 44%-58%
Less than 16 Low <44%
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High School Class Rank

66% of Trinity Christian College freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 38% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Trinity Christian College students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 18%
Top 25% of class 38%
Top 50% of class 66%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Trinity Christian College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 431 275 706
Accepted 318 181 499
Acceptance Rate 74% 66% 71%
Enrolled 78 51 129
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 25% 28% 26%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Trinity Christian College is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Trinity Christian College and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Trinity Christian College Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Trinity Christian College
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Trinity Christian College is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.48 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1010 on the SAT and 24 on the ACT will further lock in your application.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=149505 IPEDS survey data for Trinity Christian College.

Last updated February 24, 2024