Trinity Christian College

Quick Facts

Trinity Christian College is located in Palos Heights, Illinois, on a 138-acre wooded campus that was once a golf course. The secure neighborhood of Palos Heights has access to miles of hiking and biking trails in the nearby forest preserves. Our suburban location just 20 miles from Chicago offers many restaurants, great shopping, and easy access to the heart of the city.

2011/2012 Enrollment Figures

1470 total student enrollment
1106 traditional undergraduate enrollment
64% women / 36% men
11:1 student/faculty ratio
616 students living in Trinity residences
Average class size – 21
Average ACT of incoming freshmen – 23.3
Average GPA of incoming freshmen – 3.4
48% of freshmen from out of state
22% minority students

2012-2013 Costs

Tuition: $23,098
Room/Meal Plan: $8,442 (12-meal plan)
First Year Experience Fee: $225
Student Life Fee: $190
Student Accident and Health Insurance: $808 *

* fee is waived for those that provide proof of insurance to  Trinity

Financial Aid

Over 98% of Trinity Christian College students receive financial aid to help them meet the cost of their education. The average aid for freshmen who entered Trinity in the fall of 2011 was:

• Gift aid (Scholarships and grants): $12,810
• Federal need-based loans: $3,100
• Work study: $1,500
• Additional loans: $5,495