Trinity University - Admission Requirements, SAT, ACT, GPA and chance of acceptance

Your chances of getting into Trinity University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted

30.5%

Admission Difficulty for Trinity University
Measure	Difficulty
Admission Standards		Exceptional
Applicant Competition		High

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Trinity is 30.5%. Its admission rate is the 3rd lowest in Texas and the 118th lowest the nation.

Admission Selectivity

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

Trinity is a highly competitive school to get into. You have a moderate chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 3,497 out of the 11,463 who applied were admitted.

Trinity University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.68. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 19% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

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

Have a high school GPA of 3.68 or better
Earn B+ grades in high school
Score 1390 on the SAT
Score 31 on the ACT
Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class

Trinity GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA

3.68

Typical High School Grades

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Trinity University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Trinity are to have around a 3.68 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

Even with a competitive GPA, admission to Trinity will be challenging as the school denies more applicants than it admits.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Trinity is 3.68 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 #15 in Texas for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Trinity 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 3.7 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 University students
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	19.9%	Good
3.75 to 3.99	36.5%	Avg
3.50 to 3.74	23.1%	Avg -
3.25 to 3.49	12.2%	Reach
3.00 to 3.24	6.2%	Reach
2.50 to 2.99	2.1%	Low
2.00 to 2.49	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 SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Trinity University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 42% of students submitted SAT scores and 21% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range

1310-1470

Applicants Submitting SAT

42%

SAT Scores for Trinity University
SAT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	660
Math 25th Percentile	650
Composite 25th Percentile	1310

SAT Scores for Trinity University
SAT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	730
Math 75th Percentile	740
Composite 75th Percentile	1470
Average SAT Score	1390

SAT Scores you need to get in

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

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Trinity is 1390 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1310-1470. Students who get into Trinity University score in the top 11 percent of all SAT test takers.. Trinity ranks #3 in the state of Texas and #104 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1390 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Trinity regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1310 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1310, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1230, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Trinity University 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 1390 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 1390, you have around a 31% chance of being admitted. A 1470 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 46% chance of getting in.

Trinity University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1470 and Above	Good	>46%
1390 to 1470	Avg +	31%-46%
1310 to 1390	Avg -	19%-31%
1230 to 1310	Reach	11%-19%
Less than 1230	Low	<11%

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Trinity ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range

29-33

Applicants Submitting ACT

21%

ACT Scores for Trinity University
ACT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	29
Math 25th Percentile	26
Composite 25th Percentile	29

ACT Scores for Trinity University
ACT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	35
Math 75th Percentile	31
Composite 75th Percentile	33
Average ACT Score	31

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

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

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Trinity is 31, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 29 and 33. The school ranks #3 in Texas and #110 in the U.S. for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 31. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 29 and score in the score in the top 9 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 27.

21 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Trinity University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Trinity University 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 for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 31 score has around 31% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 46% with a 33 ACT score.

Trinity University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
33 and Above	Good	>46%
31 to 33	Avg +	31%-46%
29 to 31	Avg -	19%-31%
27 to 29	Reach	11%-19%
Less than 27	Low	<11%

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High School Class Rank

84% of Trinity University freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 49% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted Trinity University students
High School Class Rank	Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class	49%
Top 25% of class	84%
Top 50% of class	99%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Trinity University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	6,540	4,923	11,463
Accepted	1,971	1,526	3,497
Acceptance Rate	30%	31%	31%
Enrolled	357	298	655
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	18%	20%	19%

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Jan 15, 2025

Days left to Apply

Applicants have 55 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Jan 15, 2025.

Application Fee

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

Application Requirements

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

Trinity University 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 University
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Trinity is highly competitive, you have a moderate chance of acceptance depending on your GPA and test scores. If you earn at least a 3.68 GPA, you will have a fair shot at getting in. Additionally, you should score a 1390 on the SAT or 31 on the ACT to be competitive. If you can score a 1470 SAT you will be a very strong applicant.