At a glance
Average net price
$25,355
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
64.4%
Admission rate
85%
Undergrad size
2,324
In-state tuition
$36,560
Out-of-state tuition
$36,560
Cost of attendance
$51,109
Median earnings (10y)
$57,165
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- 25
- Retention
- 79.9%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
15 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (49%), trades & services (23%), business (12%).
- STEM49%
- Health1%
- Business12%
- Humanities & arts4%
- Social sciences11%
- Trades & services23%
- Engineering31.4%~729 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Parks & recreation15.8%~367 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Business11.7%~273 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~169 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering tech7.1%~165 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~160 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Education5.7%~132 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology4.9%~113 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science1.8%~42 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Liberal arts1.8%~42 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~38 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~33 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Communication1.4%~33 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English1.0%~23 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.2%~5 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
39 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 139 | $29,272 | $27,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 92 | $63,573 | $27,000 |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor's | 80 | $58,625 | $27,000 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Master's | 67 | — | — |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | First professional | 66 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 60 | — | $23,250 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 59 | $32,197 | $26,000 |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor's | 58 | $62,734 | $27,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 54 | $30,331 | $27,000 |
| Chemical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 50 | $65,981 | $27,000 |
| Biomedical/Medical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 44 | — | $27,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 40 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 34 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 31 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 29 | — | $20,683 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 29 | — | — |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor's | 26 | — | — |
| Computer Engineering. | Bachelor's | 24 | $64,308 | — |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor's | 24 | $68,585 | $27,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 23 | $36,337 | $23,250 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Graduate certificate | 19 | — | — |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 15 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Security Science and Technology. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate's | 10 | — | — |
| Education, General. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Information Science/Studies. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 5 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Master's | — | $42,689 | — |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Doctoral | — | $65,452 | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | — | $59,821 | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Trine University
Trine University is a mid-sized institution located in Angola, Indiana, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 2,324 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Engineering, Parks & recreation, Business.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Trine University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $25,355 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $36,560 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $51,109 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 64.4%, a above-average completion outcome. 79.9% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $57,165 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Trine University confers degrees and certificates across 15 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Engineering, Parks & recreation, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (49% of credentials), trades & services (23% of credentials), business (12% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Trine University accepts 85% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 25.
Location & campus
Set in Angola, Indiana (town), Trine University draws students from across Indiana and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Trine University
Q.How much does Trine University cost?
The average net price at Trine University is $25,355 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $51,109.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Trine University?
Trine University has a 6-year graduation rate of 64.4% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Trine University?
Trine University admits 85% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Trine University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Trine University graduate earns $57,165 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Trine University?
Published tuition is $36,560 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Trine University located?
Trine University is located in Angola, Indiana (ZIP 46703).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Trine University at their official website.