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Trinity Christian College SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements

SAT Range910 to 1110
ACT Range20 to 25
Average GPA3.50
Acceptance Rate84.9%

The key number at Trinity Christian is not just the 85% acceptance rate, but the 9% six-year graduation rate, so fit and support should be part of your decision. Use testing strategically: submit an SAT near 1110 or ACT near 25 if it strengthens your file, and lean on your GPA and course record otherwise.

Data on this page is sourced from our college data partners and was last updated on July 9, 2026.

Trinity Christian College facts and stats

Quick Facts

Trinity Christian College is a suburban institution with an undergraduate enrollment of 843 students. Trinity Christian has a freshman retention rate of 81%, above the national average of roughly 70%. Its 6-year graduation rate is 9%, and the student-to-faculty ratio is 10:1.

Location

Palos Heights, IL

Undergrad Enrollment843
Freshman Retention81%
SettingSuburban
Student to Faculty Ratio10:1
Graduation Rate9%
Test PolicyTest-optional

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Key Trinity Christian College application dates

Key dates

Application deadlines

Regular Decision

Early Action

Not offered

Early Decision

Not offered

Priority Deadline

Financial aid deadlines

Financial Aid Priority

December 1

Test dates

SAT test dates

August 22, 2026

Registration deadline: August 7, 2026

September 12, 2026

Registration deadline: August 28, 2026

October 3, 2026

Registration deadline: September 18, 2026

ACT test dates

September 19, 2026

Registration deadline: August 14, 2026

October 17, 2026

Registration deadline: September 11, 2026

December 12, 2026

Registration deadline: November 6, 2026

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Since Trinity Christian is test-optional, use this timeline only if you choose to submit scores. Take your first SAT or ACT by the spring of junior year, then reserve the summer before senior year and the fall for retakes that could improve your superscore before the Regular Decision deadline.

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What you'll actually pay

Tuition and fees are $20,380, and 46% of students receive aid. The average merit award is $17,409; submit the FAFSA by the December 1 priority deadline to be considered for financial aid.

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Tuition and Fees$20,380
Room and Board$12,200
Average Merit Award$17,409
Application Fee$150
Students on Aid46%
Average Aid Package$33,031
Average Debt at Grad$39,596

At Trinity Christian College, tuition and fees plus room and board total about $32,580 before aid. About 46% of students receive aid, with an average aid package of $33,031, which can substantially reduce the billed cost for those who qualify. Merit awards average $17,409. Graduates leave with an average debt of $39,596.

Student life at Trinity Christian College

Activities and Organizations
Student newspaper
Drama and theater
Choral groups
Concert band
Jazz band
Music ensembles
Literary magazine
Yearbook
Student government
Campus ministries
Housing

46% of undergrads live on campus

Freshman housing: Guaranteed

Coed
Greek life

No fraternity or sorority life on campus.

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