Trinity University's published cost of attendance is $47,198. Net price by income band reveals how financial aid reshapes that headline figure: low-income families pay approximately $12,655, middle-income families pay around $16,227, and higher-income families pay approximately $26,770.
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Net prices are averages and may vary. Based on federal data for first-time, full-time students receiving aid.
| Cost Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Cost of Attendance (Sticker Price) | $47,198 |
| Tuition and Fees | $31,824 |
| Room and Board | $14,090 |
| Books and Supplies | $800 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$28,313 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $18,885 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $12,655 |
| $30–48k | $11,904 |
| $48–75k | $16,227 |
| $75–110k | $18,145 |
| $110k+ | $26,770 |
Trinity University's published cost of attendance is $47,198. Net price by income band reveals how financial aid reshapes that headline figure: low-income families pay approximately $12,655, middle-income families pay around $16,227, and higher-income families pay approximately $26,770. Azimuth ranks Thomas College #600 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. Net prices by income band are medians within those bands; individual aid packages vary, so some families in each band pay more and some less than the figures shown. Trinity University structures aid through need-based grants and merit scholarships, with families applying through the FAFSA and CSS Profile. The institution participates in federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional aid programs. Financial aid savings relative to the published cost of attendance average approximately $28,313, though individual packages depend on demonstrated need and merit eligibility. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $24,250, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $16,109; private or institutional loans may add further borrowing that falls outside these federal-only figures — see the Parent PLUS risk framework for how household context shapes PLUS decisions. For a graduate at the institution's median four-year earnings of $54,264, median federal debt of $24,250 projects to a monthly payment of about $274 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use Azimuth's Financial GPS tool.
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How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Graduates of Thomas College earn median 4-year earnings of $54,264, placing Thomas College in the 13.9 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $2,471 more than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Thomas College in the 68.3 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Thomas College #942 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern reflects Thomas College's concentration in business and professional fields. Business Administration is the largest program with 33 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $52,490, performing at 0.8x the national benchmark for the field. The Criminal Justice program graduates 26 students earning median 4-year earnings of $54,649, also outperforming its benchmark at 1.0x. Teacher Education and Psychology, General round out the top programs, with 25 and 18 graduates respectively, earning median 4-year earnings of $46,988 and $49,253. This program-level strength in business and applied professional fields drives the institution's solid return profile among comparable institutions.
