Trine University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Trine University is a private research university in Angola, Indiana, enrolling about 2,324 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 85.48% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $57,165 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $36,560
- 2024 Average Net Price: $25,355 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 85.48% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,324 98.3% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 64.38%
- Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
- First-Generation Students: 32.2%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 2.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 5.4% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 22.2%
- Average ACT Score: 25
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 5,015
- Applicants (IPEDS): 4,102
- Room & Board: $13,120 annual estimate
Trine University: what the data shows
Common questions about Trine University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Trine University?
Trine University is located in Angola, IN (ZIP 46703-1764).
NCES locale classification: Town distant.
Is Trine University public or private?
Trine University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Trine University cost?
Published tuition: $36,560.
Average net price after aid: $25,355.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $19,661 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $20,470 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $19,463 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $24,031 |
| $110,001+ | $29,066 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $146,240.
How hard is it to get into Trine University?
Admission rate: 85.48%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: midpoint ACT 25.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Trine University?
Total enrollment: 2,324 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 5,015 students.
Graduate enrollment: 273 students.
About 98% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Trine University?
150%-time completion rate: 64.38%.
First-year retention: 79.9%.
What do graduates of Trine University earn?
Median earnings: $53,010 six years after entry; $57,165 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $25,000.
15.56% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Trine University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology (54 completions)
- Mechanical Engineering (48 completions)
- Elementary Education and Teaching (40 completions)
- Physical Therapy/Therapist (37 completions)
- CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician (35 completions)
- Physician Associate/Assistant (34 completions)
- Psychology, General (32 completions)
- Secondary Education and Teaching (31 completions)
- Civil Engineering, General (30 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies (30 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Trine University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 85.48%; completion rate 64.38%; median earnings $57,165 at 10 years; net price $25,355. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$36,560
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Trine University was $36,560.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$25,355
2024 Value
In 2024 Trine University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $25,355.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$101,420 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$25,355 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$146,240 4-Year Tuition
$13,120 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,100 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$50,780 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$203,120 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Trine University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
15.56% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
38.78% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Trine University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Trine University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $28,850 | $28,850 | $21,183 |
| 2014 | $29,600 | $29,600 | $22,126 |
| 2015 | $30,350 | $30,350 | $25,583 |
| 2016 | $30,960 | $30,960 | $25,371 |
| 2017 | $31,540 | $31,540 | $23,499 |
| 2018 | $32,176 | $32,176 | $24,727 |
| 2019 | $32,810 | $32,810 | $23,202 |
| 2020 | $33,490 | $33,490 | $25,028 |
| 2021 | $34,180 | $34,180 | $25,144 |
| 2022 | $34,890 | $34,890 | $24,276 |
| 2023 | $35,600 | $35,600 | $25,580 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
85.48% Acceptance Rate
4,102 Total Applicants
3,474 Students Admitted
683 First-Time Students Enrolled
19.66% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
ACT Average: 25
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Trine University reported total enrollment of about 2,324 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 61% male and 39% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (82.5%), Black or African American (4.9%), and Hispanic or Latino (4.1%). About 15.56% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 32.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
98.3% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Trine University in 2024 is 2,324 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 5,015 students. Graduate enrollment is about 273 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
79.9%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 82.5%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
52.34% 100% Completion Time
64.38% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 52.34% of students graduating from Trine University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 54% male / 46% female
- Mechanical Engineering: 98% male / 2% female
- Elementary Education and Teaching: 15% male / 85% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Trine University.
Return on Investment
$25,000 Median Student Debt
$57,165 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
43.73% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
463.65% Return on Investment
4.4 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Trine University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 44 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 54 completions
2. Mechanical Engineering: 48 completions
3. Elementary Education and Teaching: 40 completions
4. Physical Therapy/Therapist: 37 completions
5. CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician: 35 completions
6. Physician Associate/Assistant: 34 completions
7. Psychology, General: 32 completions
8. Secondary Education and Teaching: 31 completions
9. Civil Engineering, General: 30 completions
Most popular programs at Trine University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Trine University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Trine University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 22.2%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $8,043
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $7,288
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Trine University is a private non-profit institution located in Angola, IN, classified as Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Exercise Science and Kinesiology, Mechanical Engineering, Elementary Education and Teaching. Enrollment is approximately 2,324 students. Student body composition includes White (82.5%), Black or African American (4.9%), Hispanic or Latino (4.1%). The admission rate is 85.48%. Average ACT scores for admitted students are 25. The 150%-time completion rate is 64.38%. Approximately 15.56% of students receive Pell Grants. About 32.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
Location
Angola, IN 46703-1764
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Trine University provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Trine University located?
Trine University is located in Angola, IN.
What is Trine University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Trine University is 85.5% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 4,102 applicants and 3,474 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Trine University cost?
Reported tuition is $36,560 and average net price is $25,355 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $13,120 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Trine University?
Trine University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 5,015 students, White (82.5%), Black or African American (4.9%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Trine University?
About 32.2% of students at Trine University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Trine University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Trine University reports midpoint ACT about 25.
What do graduates of Trine University earn?
Median earnings are $53,010 six years after entry and $57,165 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Trine University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 64.4% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Trine University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $25,000.
Is Trine University public or private?
Trine University is a private nonprofit institution located in Angola, IN.
Is Trine University an HBCU?
No. Trine University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Trine University a tribal college?
No. Trine University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Indiana college costs
- Indiana colleges by ROI
- Great Lakes regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Indiana
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.