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Trinity Christian College

Palos Heights, Illinois · Official Website ↗

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#902
National
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#49
IL Rank
54Overall Score
89%
Accept Rate
64%
Grad Rate (6yr)
827
Students
$19,800
Tuition
$10,997
Net Price (low income)
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Score Breakdown
54
54/100
Composite Score
#902 nationally · #49 in IL
Student Outcomes
30%64/100
Affordability
25%78/100
Selectivity
20%40/100
Academic Profile
15%15/100
Program Breadth
10%53/100

Scores computed from NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data, normalized within 4-year peer group.

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About Trinity Christian College

Trinity Christian College is a private four-year university located in Palos Heights, Illinois. It is ranked #902 nationally and #49 in Illinois by our composite scoring methodology. Trinity Christian College is a open access institution, admitting 89% of applicants. It enrolls approximately 827 students with a six-year graduation rate of 64%, with costs below the national average. For families earning $0–$30K, the average net price after aid is $10,997.

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Admissions & Costs
Acceptance Rate
89%
Out-of-State Tuition
$19,800
Net Price (0–30K income)
$10,997
6-Year Graduation Rate
64%
Total Enrollment
827
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Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
✓Good financial aid for low-income families
✓Small campus — personalized attention and tight-knit community
Considerations
!Open-access admissions — wide range of student preparedness
!Lower academic profile compared to similar-tier schools
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Who Is This College For?
1.Students of all academic backgrounds, including those re-entering higher education
2.Lower-income families who qualify for need-based financial aid
3.Students who want small class sizes and close faculty relationships
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Frequently Asked Questions

Trinity Christian College has an acceptance rate of 89%. The college accepts most applicants and focuses on supporting student success.

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Rankings
National Rank#902
Illinois Rank#49
Rankings based on composite score from NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data. All 4,264 US colleges ranked.
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Institution Profile
TypePrivate Nonprofit
Level4-year
LocationPalos Heights, IL
Enrollment827 students
Visit Official Website ↗
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Affordability
Out-of-State Tuition
$19,800/yr
Net Price (0–$30K income)
$10,997/yr
After grants and need-based aid

Complete FAFSA for personalized aid. Net price varies by income bracket and enrollment year.

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About Our Rankings: Scores are computed from publicly available NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data using a weighted composite of graduation outcomes, affordability, selectivity, and academic profile. Scores are normalized within peer groups (4-year vs 2-year). We do not accept payment for rankings.