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Trinity College

Hartford, CT 4-Year Private
Acceptance Rate36%
Acceptance Rate36%

Trinity Bantams Tuition Information

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at Trinity College was $61,070 a year.

Tuition increased 4.2% in 2022–from $58,610 the prior year. Usually, colleges raise tuition about 3% each year.

If this makes attending the college of your dreams seem daunting, remember, the total cost of tuition isn't necessarily what you will have to pay to attend a school. Many students owe a lot less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are applied. Plus, student loans can make theprice of collegefeel more doable until you've finishing school and found a job.

Trinity College: In-state vs. Out-of-State Tuition

Trinity College is a private, nonprofit institution, so it has the same tuition for residents of Connecticut as it does for residents from other states.

Public schools receive funds from the state to help them cover costs. Public, state schools can offer lower tuition for students who meet the requirements for in-state residency.

Choosing a college where you qualify for in-state residency can cut the cost of college tuition. Take the time to verify your state's guidelines for how to qualify for in-state tuition. Every state has its own rules about what makes someone eligible for in-state tuition. Most states require students to have resided in the state for a certain period of time before qualifying. There may be other criteria as well, depending on the state you and your parents currently live in.

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Tuition for International Students at Trinity College

Tuition at Trinity Bantams is the same for each student.

Students from outside of the U.S. are not eligible for loans or grants from the U.S. government, but may be eligible for private or Trinity Bantams-specific grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities.. International students who demonstrate financial need may be eligible for the following types of financial support at Trinity Bantams:

•On-campus jobs •Trinity Bantams-specific loans •Trinity Bantams-specific scholarships


Trinity College Housing Expenses, Fees, and More


In addition to tuition, there are other costs associated with college, like room and board, facility fees, and books and supplies. Let's take a look at what impacts these costs, and what to expect at Trinity Bantams.

House and Food Costs at Trinity Bantams

Housing and campus dining at Trinity Bantams is $16,660 a year. This includes the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, and a dining plan that enables you to eat all or some of your meals the Trinity Bantams's on-campus cafeterias and dining halls. Students who live off campus but still want to use the dining facilities can opt-in for a meal plan. The cost of board-only is $10,780.

Board costs may vary depending on how many meals are included in the plan you choose.

How Much Do Books Cost at Trinity Bantams?

First-year students are sometimes surprised by how much books and supplies cost–and not in a good way. The real cost of books depends on the courses you take and the materials required. To save money, many students choose to use books from the library or buy books from students who have already taken the course.

Yearly Fees

The majority of colleges charge some yearly fees to offsets cost associated with maintaining facilties, like the computer labs and libraries, athletic facilities, and more.

There may be additional fees associated with participating in certain activities, like Greek Life, or participating in sports or other extracurriculars. Many schools have resources for students who may struggle to participate because of cost can find ways to lower or eliminate these costs.

The Cost of Transportation at Trinity Bantams

The total cost of transportation in college can really vary. Will you take a subway, car or an airplane to get to school? Will you need to pay to park on-campus? Is the campus walkable? Do you plan to bring a car or are you planning to use busses, subways, or other modes of transportation? All of these factors can drastically impact your transportation budget. Keeping in mind, first-year students are not allowed to park a car on campus.

The location of a college or university can impact the amount you'll have to spend just to get around. Small, rural schools may be easier to get around, but the cost of getting to campus may be higher. On the flip side, getting around in a city may be costly, but cities may offer more buses, trains or low-cost flight options to actually get to school. Trinity Collegeis located in a urban setting in Connecticut.

Other Costs

When you're planning for college, don’t forget to take into account the cost of things like movies, takeouts, furniture or appliances for your dorm or housing, and essentials like laundry detergent, toothpaste and toilet paper.


Financial Breakdown for Trinity College


Now, let’s do a rundown of all of the costs associated with college, to get a better idea of how much students can expect to shell out for Trinity Bantams.

Total Cost of Trinity Bantams

What will the cost of attending Trinity Bantams be? Here is a breakdown of tuition and expenses.

2022 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition $61,070
Room and Board $16,660
Board Only $5,880
Other expenses $1,100

The total estimated cost will vary depending on whether you are going to live on-campus or off-campus.

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus $82,690
Off-Campus $71,910

The breakdowns above provide a good estimate of the total cost of attendance before financial aid and scholarships. Tuition and fees may vary depending on program, course level, location, and more.


Trinity College Financial Aid


The majority of Trinity Bantams undergrads use financial aid to help pay for school. In 2022, 1,119 of the 2,159 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Trinity Bantams meets 100% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $54,753 a year. Around 47.55% of Trinity Bantams undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Trinity Bantams graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $30,741 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans $21,029
Trinity Bantams-Specific Loans $16,594
Private Loans $0
Most Common Loans for Trinity Bantams Students
Federal Loans 42.65%
Institutional Loans 3.67%

Most students take out institutional or government loans, because they tend to have lower interest rates and more flexible repayment options than private loans. Loans from the federal government can be subsidized or unsubsidized. Subsidized loans do not accrue interest during school, while unsubsidized loans begin accruing interest at the time the loan is issued. If students do no qualify for enough federal loans to cover the cost of tuition, some take out private loans. Parents can also take out ParentPLUS loans, which are government loans for parents who are helping their children pay for college.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) helps colleges determine how much financial need students and their familes have, so they can offer a financial aid package that meets, or come close to meeting, their need. For more information on Trinity Bantams financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Trinity College

Some students may receive grants and scholarships to help pay for college. Unlike loans, scholarships and grants do not have to be paid back.

In 2022, Trinity Bantams awarded 1,102 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $61 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $6.08 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Trinity College Net Cost

The net price of college is the actual cost of attending a school for one year. Net cost is calculated by subtracting any scholarships, grants or other aid that does not need to be paid back from the total cost. Student loans are not part of the calculation, because they need to be repaid.

Now that we have a sense of the total estimated costs for Trinity Bantams students, we can subtract the average financial aid package to find the estimated net cost. Net cost can vary depending on a students’ need and the financial aid award received.

When considering whether a school fits your budget, it is important to consider the estimated net cost, not just the sticker price of tuition. Often, schools with the highest tuition also offer the most generous aid packages, so estimate your net cost before eliminating a school because it does fit your budget.

The average amount of financial aid received by a full-time first year student with demonstrated need at Trinity Bantams was $54,753 in 2022. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Trinity Bantams seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus $27,937
Off-Campus $17,157

What will attending Trinity Bantams really cost you? The answer depends on several factors.

As of 2011, colleges are required to have a net price calculator on their website to help prospective students and their families make more informed decisions about the actual cost of attending that school, based on their financial situation. You can find the Trinity Bantams's net cost calculator on their website.

Trinity College Tuition Payment Plans

Some students choose to use payment plans to make the cost of tuition fit more comfortably in their budget.

Trinity Bantams offers an Installment Payment Plan, which allows students to pay tuition in a series of smaller chunks instead of one lump sum.

Does Trinity Bantams Offer Tuition Waivers?

Schools sometimes offer tuition waivers to certain groups, to reduce the total cost of attendance. Some colleges offer tuition waivers for faculty, staff, and their families , underrepresented students, or military students. Even if you qualify for a waiver, students are usually responsible for housing, meal plans, and other expenses.

Trinity Bantams has some full or partial tuition waivers available for: - Employees or Children of Employees

Check the financial aid website for more information on payment plans and tuition waivers.


Learn More About Trinity College


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Trinity Bantams Tuition & Fees

Tuition & Fees

$75,350

In State

$75,350

Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$56,380
$56,380
Fees
$2,670
$2,670
Housing
$15,300
$15,300
Books
$1,000
$1,000

Trinity Bantams Financial Aid

Students Who Receive Need-Based Aid

53%

Average Financial Aid Package

$51,112

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

2,241

Campus Setting

Urban

Acceptance Rate

36%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$59,050

Out-of-State

$59,050

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Jan 1
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