About Trinity Christian College
Type
Private
Not-For-Profit
4 Years
Student Population
1,131
Website
www.trnty.eduAccreditation
HLC
Religious Affiliation
Interdenominational
On Campus Housing
Yes
Located in Palos Heights, Illinois, Trinity Christian College is a private, Interdenominational university. Around 79% of the students are 24 and under at Trinity Christian College. At TCC around 65% are white, 15% belong to Hispanic ethnicity, and 10% are Black or African American. And, when it comes to gender distribution at the varsity, around 67% of the students are females and 33% are males. The average earnings, of the graduates, of this institute stands at $42,200 with 94% being the employment rate six years after graduation. The school believes in the all-round growth of the students and therefore, encourages students to take part in several sporting activities, conducted inside the campus. Further, it boasts of a decent sports infrastructure. TCC offers a total of 118 undergraduate and graduate programs, including both residential and online. The university also has a long list of accreditations. It has been accredited by ACBSP (Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs), CCNE (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education), CSWE (Council on Social Work Education), and HLC Higher Learning Commission.
Rankings
As long as US universities are concerned, the rankings which are provided by Forbes and US News are trusted everywhere. The ranking of a college is a great way to gauge its performance on several factors like research excellence, the performance of its students after graduation, student experience, and academic success. Usually, the rankings by Forbes and US News are considered noteworthy by applicants and experts. Trinity Christian College doesn't feature in the list of top colleges, according to the latest rankings of these two publications.
Admissions
Application Deadline
Rolling Admissions
Acceptance Rate
64%
SAT Range
950 - 1160
ACT Range
19 - 25
Application Fee
FALSE$
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Required
Accept Common App
Yes
Admission to the university is easy and the students are recommeded to make the most out of it. The varsity has 4 admission thresholds. A non-refundable fee, along with the application form, is required to be deposited by the students, in order to complete the process. As per the past trends, the SAT score of a student must lie in the range of 970-1150 to improve her chances. The average ACT score at Trinity Christian College is 23. However, those getting an ACT score less than 20 might also be offered admission. The application process can be completed online. However, if needed, one can also visit the office at 6601 W College Dr, Palos Heights, Illinois 60463-0929, or call (708) 597-3000.
Annual Cost to Attend
Net Price
$23,368
Average Annual Cost
$29,700
Books And Supplies
$1,100
Other Fees
$475
Room And Board
$9,790
Budget For Other Expenses
$2,800
Total One Year Cost
$43,865
The next two things to keep in mind before applying to TCC are the tuition fees and the cost of living during the course tenure. The annual full-time cost of attendance comes out to be approximately $43,925. The average annual tuition cost ($31,175), books and supplies ($1,100), room and boarding ($9,950), and budget for other expenses ($3,390) are all included in this cost. If it sounds unaffordable to the applicant, there are numerous financial aid options available that they can explore.
Academics
Highest Degree Offered
Master's degree
Student:Faculty Ratio
10:1
Full-Time Retention Rate
81%
Part-Time Retention Rate
100%
Academic Calendar
Semester
Research Funding per Student
N/A
Faculty Overview
Male Professors
Female Professors
Non-traditional Learning
Evening Degree Programs
Teacher Certification
Distance Education
Study Abroad
Majors
Teacher Education and Professional...
44 Graduates
Registered Nursing, Administration,...
34 Graduates
Psychology, General
29 Graduates
Social Work
28 Graduates
Special Education and Teaching
27 Graduates
Business/Commerce, General
22 Graduates
Health and Physical Education/Fitne...
21 Graduates
Education, General
19 Graduates
Teacher Education and Professional...
19 Graduates
Marketing
13 Graduates
Communication and Media Studies
12 Graduates
Theological and Ministerial Studies
12 Graduates
English Language and Literature, Ge...
10 Graduates
Entrepreneurial and Small Business...
10 Graduates
Biology, General
9 Graduates
Criminal Justice and Corrections
8 Graduates
Parks, Recreation, Leisure, and Fit...
8 Graduates
Fine and Studio Arts
7 Graduates
Business/Corporate Communications
6 Graduates
Theology and Religious Vocations, O...
6 Graduates
Design and Applied Arts
5 Graduates
Accounting and Related Services
4 Graduates
History
4 Graduates
Music
3 Graduates
Chemistry
2 Graduates
Computer and Information Sciences,...
2 Graduates
Computer Science
2 Graduates
Finance and Financial Management Se...
2 Graduates
Mathematics
2 Graduates
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecu...
1 Graduates
Philosophy
1 Graduates
Political Science and Government
1 Graduates
Romance Languages, Literatures, and...
1 Graduates
Student Body
Undergraduate Students
1,063
Socio-Economic Diversity
37%
Part-time
17%
Students Gender
LGBTQIA STUDENT RESOURCE GROUPS
ON CAMPUS WOMEN'S CENTER
Race/Ethnicity
Geographic Density
Geographic Density
High
Unknown Location
Out Of State
In State
Foreign
Economic Diversity
36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Median Household Income
$74,535 per year
Campus Life
Housing
The students can reside on campus and 92% of Freshman Live On-Campus.
On Campus Housing Available
Yes
Freshmen Required to Live on Campus
No
Freshmen Live on Campus
92%
Undergrads in College Housing
N/A
Averege Housing Cost
N/A
Campus Food
The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around N/A.
Meal Plan Available
Yes
Average Meal Plan Available
N/A
Athletes
Division Sports Nickname
Trolls
School Colors
blue and white
Varsity Athletics Association
NAIA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Total Male Athletes
N/A
Total Female Athletes
N/A
Intramural Sports
9
Sports Club
1
Sports Team (Men)
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Track and Field
Volleyball
Sports Team (Women)
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Track and Field
Volleyball
Campus Safety
24-Hour Security Patrol
Yes
Campus Emergency Phones
Yes
24-Hour Escort Safety rides
Yes
Mobile Campus Emergency Alert
No
On-campus housing facilities are offered to the students who wish to remain nearby. At TCC, $9,950 is the normal expense for on-campus housing, which a student will be needed to pay, each year. The college considers the safety and security of its students to be paramount. At TCC, campus safety and security features include 24-hr security patrol, campus emergency phones and 24-hr escort safety rides. There are around 33% male and 67% female students enrolled at the university.
After Graduation
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$38,300/year
Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation
$42,200/year
Typical Monthly Loan Payment
$259 - 340
Financial Aid
Students Receiving Gift Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$18,004
Students Receiving Federal Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$4,801
Students Receiving State Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$4,496
Students Receiving Institutional Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$15,554
Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30K
$22,873
$30K - $48K
$22,632
$48K - $75K
$19,902
$75K - $110K
$17,991
> $110K
$15,813
Total Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$2,064,620
Total Non-Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$906,603
As mentioned, if one finds the fees and cost of living at TCC to be on the higher side, the financial aid department of the varsity would be of huge assistance. They can assist students with scholarships, grants, and student loans as well. The average financial aid at Trinity Christian College is around $16,054 and the federal grant is $4,750. The students at the college are provided with state aid and institutional aid. The state aid stands at $4,513, while the institutional aid is $16,054. The total need-based scholarships/grants offered at TCC based on students' financial needs add up to $2,064,620 per year. Meanwhile, the total non-need-based scholarships/grants in a year come to around $906,603.