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Career OutcomesAzimuth ranks Trinity International University-Illinois #860 for overall value on Azimuth's composite among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn median 4-year earnings of $51,985, placing Trinity International University-Illinois in the 11.9 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Trinity International University-Illinois sits in the 22.7 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. --- Azimuth ranks Trinity International University-Illinois #860 for overall value on Azimuth's composite among nonprofit four-year institutions, reflecting its balance of access, affordability, and long-term outcomes. Graduates earn median 4-year earnings of $51,985, placing the institution in the 11.9 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions.
Trinity International University-Illinois' published cost of attendance is $16,515. Net price by income band shows modest variation: low-income families pay approximately $1,242, and middle-income families pay around $13,991. Azimuth ranks Trinity International University-Illinois #138 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 International participates in federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional aid programs. Families apply for need-based aid using the FAFSA. The university's aid structure combines need-based and merit components, with merit scholarships available to qualifying students. Financial aid savings relative to sticker price average approximately $13,680 for aided students. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $26,082, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $19,098; 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 typical four-year earnings scenario of $51,985, median federal debt of $26,082 projects to a monthly payment of about $295 under standard ten-year repayment. In a downside earnings scenario anchored on lower-earning program clusters, four-year earnings of $44,623 would result in a tighter repayment picture. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use Azimuth's Financial GPS tool.
Trinity International University-Illinois is a strong fit for students seeking a faith-based education with a focus on Business in IL's suburban Midwest context. The university serves a predominantly residential undergraduate population with a commitment to integrating faith and learning. Graduates earn median 4-year earnings of $51,985, placing Trinity International University-Illinois in the 11.9 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. They earn about $9,272 less than similar students at comparable institutions, placing the institution in the 22.7 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. The university enrolls 89.3% Pell-eligible students and 29.6% first-generation students, with a completion rate of 41.4% for Pell recipients. The admission rate of 1.0% reflects moderately selective access. Fit depends on alignment with the university's faith-based mission and Business focus. Students seeking this distinctive combination will find a supportive environment with outcomes that compare favorably to similar institutions in the Midwest.
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Azimuth ranks Trinity International University-Illinois #860 for overall value on Azimuth's composite among nonprofit four-year institutions — in the 42.1 percentile for overall value on Azimuth's composite among nonprofit four-year institutions. A private university located in Deerfield, IL, Trinity International University-Illinois enrolls roughly 55 undergraduates. Retention stands at 12.5% and the six-year graduation rate is 46.1%, reflecting solid completion outcomes for a mid-sized private institution. Where Trinity International University-Illinois performs strongest is return on investment. Azimuth ranks Trinity International University-Illinois #1184 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions — in the 20.0 percentile for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn median 4-year earnings of $51,985, placing Trinity International University-Illinois in the 11.9 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $9,272 less than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Trinity International University-Illinois in the 22.7 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Access, mobility, and affordability sit lower in the composite. Trinity International University-Illinois enrolls 89.3% Pell-eligible students and 29.6% first-generation undergraduates, positioning the institution in the 60.3 percentile for access among nonprofit four-year institutions. The institution sits in the 4.8 percentile for mobility and the 90.4 percentile for affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. For students pursuing business and related fields — the institution's dominant program family — the earnings trajectory and return profile offer meaningful financial upside relative to the cost of attendance.
Business/Commerce, General
28 graduates
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
9 graduates
Religious Education
9 graduates
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
10 graduates
Psychology, General
16 graduates
Trinity International University-Illinois offers programs with a professional and applied-learning focus. The largest programs by enrollment are Business/Commerce, General with 28 graduates earning a median $66,803 four years after enrollment, followed by Bible/Biblical Studies, Psychology, General with 16 graduates earning a median $44,451, Kinesiology with 10 graduates, and Teacher Education with 9 graduates.
The institution's highest-earning programs cluster in applied professional fields. Business/Commerce, General leads with median earnings of $66,803 four years after enrollment, followed by Teacher Education earning $48,814, Religious Education earning $46,286, Kinesiology earning $44,979, and Psychology, General earning $44,451.
The program mix emphasizes Business at 24%, Education at 7%, and Arts at 5%, reflecting Trinity's focus on applied business, professional services, and practical skill development. This concentration in career-oriented fields aligns with employer demand for graduates in business and professional-services programs.
Peer institutions with comparable quality and outcomes:
| School | State | Accept Rate | Median Earnings | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Criswell College Similar quality tier (#28145 ranked) | TX | 100% | $43,185 | #28145 | Compare |
Trinity Bible College And Graduate School Similar quality tier in Midwest (#28149 ranked) | ND | 26% | $35,604 | #28149 | Compare |
Luther Rice College & Seminary Similar quality tier (#28215 ranked) | GA | 92% | $47,003 | #28215 | Compare |
Ecclesia College Similar quality tier (#28249 ranked) | AR | 74% | $40,650 | #28249 | Compare |
Upmc St. Margaret School Of Nursing Similar quality tier (#23674 ranked) | PA | 81% | $67,327 | #23674 | Compare |
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Based on federal data for students receiving aid. Actual costs may vary.
Trinity International University-Illinois' published cost of attendance is $16,515. Net price by income band shows modest variation: low-income families pay approximately $1,242, and middle-income families pay around $13,991.
Azimuth ranks Trinity International University-Illinois #138 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 International participates in federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional aid programs. Families apply for need-based aid using the FAFSA.
The university's aid structure combines need-based and merit components, with merit scholarships available to qualifying students. Financial aid savings relative to sticker price average approximately $13,680 for aided students.
Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $26,082, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $19,098; private or institutional loans may add further borrowing that falls outside these federal-only figures — see the [Parent PLUS risk framework](/analysis/ou-what-happens-when-parents-borrow-too/) for how household context shapes PLUS decisions. For a graduate at the institution's typical four-year earnings scenario of $51,985, median federal debt of $26,082 projects to a monthly payment of about $295 under standard ten-year repayment.
In a downside earnings scenario anchored on lower-earning program clusters, four-year earnings of $44,623 would result in a tighter repayment picture. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use [Azimuth's Financial GPS tool](/analysis/financial-gps-framework/).
Graduates of Trinity International University-Illinois earn median 4-year earnings of $51,985, placing Trinity International University-Illinois in the 11.9 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $9,272 less than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Trinity International University-Illinois in the 22.7 percentile for [earnings beyond expectations](/analysis/a-value-added-approach-to-college-outcomes/) among nonprofit four-year institutions.
Azimuth ranks Trinity International University-Illinois #1184 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern reflects Trinity International University-Illinois's concentration in business and professional fields.
Business/Commerce, General is the largest program with 28 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $66,803, performing at 1.0× the national benchmark for the field. Bible/Biblical Studies and Psychology, General follow as substantial cohorts, with Psychology, General graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $44,451 and benchmarking at 0.9× the field standard.
Kinesiology and Teacher Education round out the top programs, with Kinesiology graduates earning $44,979 and Teacher Education earning $48,814. This program-level diversity, anchored in Business, supports consistent long-term financial outcomes for graduates across multiple career pathways.
