Outcomes-based program rankings.
Program outcomes at Trinity College vary significantly by field of study, with Applied Economics delivering exceptional earnings while other liberal arts programs cluster around lower ranges. The rankings below evaluate programs based on graduate earnings, debt levels, and return on investment rather than academic prestige or reputation.
Analyzing 9 programs with available earnings data.
These highlights identify programs that stand out for national rankings, graduate earnings, and enrollment patterns at Trinity College.
#9 nationally
$113K median earnings
This bar shows the range of median earnings across all majors at this school.
The tables below compare programs in each category by earnings, national rank, cohort size, and value scores.
These sections represent the complete set of ranked undergraduate programs at Trinity College.
Biological sciences programs at Trinity show solid outcomes with Biology earning $52,179 and Neuroanatomy reaching $44,823. Neuroanatomy ranks #31 nationally and #1 in Connecticut, demonstrating Trinity's specialized strength in this field.
These programs typically serve students planning graduate or professional school continuation rather than immediate workforce entry, explaining moderate earnings levels.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Algebra and Number Theory.Small sample | #104 | $63,076★ |
Program outcomes reflect labor market performance rather than academic prestige, explaining why programs at the same institution show different earnings and rankings. Trinity's liberal arts mission produces varied career paths, with some programs prioritizing graduate school preparation while others target immediate workforce entry. Data comes from federal College Scorecard records tracking graduates with sufficient cohort sizes for reliable reporting. Rankings compare institutions nationally offering the same major, while value scores incorporate earnings, debt, and completion rates. These metrics help students understand post-graduation economic outcomes by field, complementing but not replacing considerations of academic fit, intellectual interest, and career goals.
Median earnings 10 years post-enrollment
Debt burden relative to earnings
Institutional contribution to outcomes
recent graduates
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| Biology, General. | #172 | $52,179 | — | 25 |
| Neuroanatomy. | #32 | $44,823 | — | 43 |
These programs span political science, psychology, and education policy, showing varied earnings outcomes from $42,235 to $47,260. American Government and Politics enrolls Trinity's largest cohort with 88 graduates, while Education Policy Analysis ranks #17 nationally despite smaller enrollment.
This group suits students prioritizing public service, graduate school preparation, or policy work over immediate earnings maximization.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applied Economics. | #9 | $112,699★ | — | 88 |
| Applied/Public Sociology.Small sample | #113 | $50,077 | — | 14 |
| Education Policy Analysis. | #17 | $47,260 | — | 32 |
| Psychology, General. | #204 | $43,798 | — | 45 |
| American Government and Politics (United States). | #159 | $42,235 | — | 88 |
English Language and Literature represents Trinity's humanities offerings with median earnings of $43,128 and 34 graduates annually. Ranking #112 nationally and #4 in Connecticut, this program demonstrates solid regional performance.
The program suits students prioritizing intellectual development and graduate school preparation, with earnings reflecting typical liberal arts career trajectories rather than immediate income maximization.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English Language and Literature, General. | #113 | $43,128 | — | 34 |
Resources, cohort size, and graduation rates
Trajectory from early to mid-career
Why rankings may differ by program: A university's nursing program and business program can have entirely different outcome profiles. Our methodology surfaces these differences so you can evaluate programs — not just institutions.
