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Trinity Christian College

Private nonprofit Palos Heights, IL · Suburban · Great Lakes · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
61%
Graduation Rate
$55,700
Earnings (10yr)
$19,125
Net Price
85%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Trinity Christian College has an acceptance rate of 85%, making it accessible for many students seeking a private education. With an enrollment of 820, the college maintains a close-knit community where students can connect with peers and faculty.

After ten years, graduates from Trinity Christian College earn a median salary of $55,700. While the graduation rate sits at 61%, the college supports a significant number of students with financial needs, as evidenced by a 35% Pell Grant rate. This suggests that many students come from low-income backgrounds, and the college plays a role in helping them achieve their educational goals.

The net price for attending Trinity is $19,125, with a median student debt of $25,009. Students who thrive here typically pursue degrees in Education, Health Professions, Business & Marketing, Psychology, or Communications. The supportive environment, combined with a focus on practical fields, prepares graduates for a variety of career paths.

Rankings

How Trinity Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation61%Earnings 10yr$56KNet Price$19KRetention81%Median Debt$25KPell Grant Rate35%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$13K$0-30K$14K$30-48K$16K$48-75K$24K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%470.2%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%2347.8%MOBILITY110.40%

Cost & Financial Aid

$20,605
In-State Tuition
$20,605
Out-of-State
$19,125
Avg Net Price
$25,009
Median Debt
35%
Pell Grant Rate
56%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$12,891
Family Income $0–$30K
$13,587
Family Income $30K–$48K
$15,592
Family Income $48K–$75K
$23,986
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$48,107
6 Years After Entry
$50,396
8 Years
$55,700
10 Years
0.45x
Debt-to-Earnings
70%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$48,107 6yr $50,396 8yr $55,700 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

110.40%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
2347.8%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
470.2%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$92,700
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.71
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.01
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
4.8%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 85%
Retention Rate 81%
SAT Average 1157
ACT Midpoint 24
SAT Range 1050–1320
ACT Range 20–25
Full-Time Faculty 47%
Faculty Salary (mo) $7,524
Diversity Index 0.67
First-Gen Students 33%

Top Programs

Education 36%
Health Professions 13%
Business & Marketing 12%
Psychology 9%
Communications 3%
Visual & Performing Arts 3%
Computer Science & IT 2%
English & Literature 1%