At a glance
Average net price
$10,772
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
54.5%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
1,188
In-state tuition
$4,608
Out-of-state tuition
$7,318
Cost of attendance
$21,458
Median earnings (10y)
$36,475
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 63.8%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
15 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by trades & services (47%), health (21%), humanities & arts (14%).
- STEM8%
- Health21%
- Business3%
- Humanities & arts14%
- Social sciences8%
- Trades & services47%
- Health professions21.2%~252 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Mechanic & repair18.6%~221 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Construction trades17.1%~203 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Liberal arts13.3%~158 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Science tech7.5%~89 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~81 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Education6.3%~74 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Business3.0%~35 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~20 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~20 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Psychology1.4%~16 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Agriculture0.7%~8 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Social sciences0.1%~1 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- History0.1%~1 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare 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
25 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 240 | $19,007 | $9,995 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers. | Undergraduate certificate | 232 | $58,602 | $3,588 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 187 | — | — |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 110 | $12,709 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 82 | $61,524 | $20,801 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Undergraduate certificate | 63 | — | $7,625 |
| Precision Systems Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 57 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 56 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Undergraduate certificate | 51 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Undergraduate certificate | 47 | — | — |
| Science Technologies/Technicians, Other. | Associate's | 40 | — | — |
| Precision Metal Working. | Undergraduate certificate | 36 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Undergraduate certificate | 34 | $39,955 | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 29 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate's | 23 | — | — |
| Precision Systems Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 17 | — | — |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 15 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Associate's | 14 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Undergraduate certificate | 14 | — | — |
| Ground Transportation. | Undergraduate certificate | 11 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 8 | — | — |
| Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 7 | — | — |
| Precision Metal Working. | Associate's | 5 | — | — |
| Air Transportation. | Undergraduate certificate | 5 | — | — |
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 Trinidad State College
Trinidad State College is a mid-sized institution located in Trinidad, Colorado, primarily awarding the certificate. It enrolls roughly 1,188 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Mechanic & repair, Construction trades.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Trinidad State College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $10,772 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $4,608 for in-state students and $7,318 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $21,458 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 54.5%, a above-average completion outcome. 63.8% 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 $36,475 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Trinidad State College confers degrees and certificates across 15 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Mechanic & repair, Construction trades. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by trades & services (47% of credentials), health (21% of credentials), humanities & arts (14% 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
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in Trinidad, Colorado (town), Trinidad State College draws students from across Colorado 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 Trinidad State College
Q.How much does Trinidad State College cost?
The average net price at Trinidad State College is $10,772 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $21,458.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Trinidad State College?
Trinidad State College has a 6-year graduation rate of 54.5% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Trinidad State College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Trinidad State College graduate earns $36,475 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Trinidad State College?
Published tuition is $4,608 in-state and $7,318 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Trinidad State College located?
Trinidad State College is located in Trinidad, Colorado (ZIP 81082).
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 Trinidad State College at their official website.