Trinity College's published cost of attendance is $87,840. Financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $11,054, middle-income families pay around $18,325, and higher-income families pay approximately $48,515.
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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) | $87,840 |
| Tuition and Fees | $70,770 |
| Room and Board | $18,890 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$53,008 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $34,832 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $11,054 |
| $30–48k | $13,599 |
| $48–75k | $18,325 |
| $75–110k | $24,369 |
| $110k+ | $48,515 |
Trinity College's published cost of attendance is $87,840. Financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $11,054, middle-income families pay around $18,325, and higher-income families pay approximately $48,515. Azimuth ranks Trinity College #1329 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 College's aid structure is need-based, with families applying through the FAFSA and CSS Profile. The college participates in federal need-based aid programs and institutional grants to help close the gap between published cost and what families actually pay. The spread across income bands reflects the institution's commitment to meeting demonstrated financial need, though the specific aid policies and availability of merit scholarships should be confirmed directly with the college's financial aid office. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $23,000, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $60,796; 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 $83,645, median federal debt of $23,000 projects to a monthly payment of about $260 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 Trinity College earn median 4-year earnings of $83,645, placing Trinity College in the 87.3 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $7,713 more than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Trinity College in the 82.2 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Trinity College #91 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern reflects Trinity College's strength in social sciences and related fields. Economics is the largest program with 119 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $122,068, delivering 1.5x the national benchmark for the field. The Political Science program graduates 84 students earning median 4-year earnings of $94,097, while Psychology, General and Public Policy Analysis round out the institution's core academic portfolio with 47 and 40 graduates respectively. These programs anchor Trinity College's long-term earnings trajectory and reflect the institution's focus on Social Sciences.
