C
Average
Score: 51/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
34/100 · earnings-weighted

Trinity Washington University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Washington, District of Columbia 20017
Trinity Washington University campus, Washington, DC
Trinity Washington University campus, Washington, DC. Photo: Tirussell, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 44%
Outcomes
C+
63/100
Affordability
D
39/100
Resources
C+
56/100
Experience
B+
79/100
Prestige
F
22/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

1,865
Total Enrollment
44%
Graduation Rate
71%
Retention Rate
9.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
99%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Trinity Washington University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$53,804
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$38,533
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$28,250
Median debt at graduation
49.3%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
54.5%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 53% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 20th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (DC wage index 1.30). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Trinity Washington University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$79,349$106,318+20%#85 of 966#303$27,250
Business Administration, Management and Operations$33,741$66,772-2%#494 of 1176#897$30,000
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$50,283$62,755+18%#63 of 476#192$30,500
Criminal Justice and Corrections$47,385$59,708+8%#157 of 660#456$29,384
Research and Experimental Psychology$40,432$54,934-1%#47 of 82#67$37,011
Psychology$26,065$53,543+6%#324 of 1027#742$28,500
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences$30,904$48,567-21%#133 of 156#151$27,930

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Trinity Washington University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $535,058
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,405/mo — vs ~$422/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 20722 (5.3% cap, Cottage City)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $25,860 $25,860
Room $3,800
Board $8,060
Total Cost (On-Campus) $41,300 $41,300

Financial Aid

98%
Receive Any Aid
67%
Receive Pell Grants
44%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Health and Wellness, General 48 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 46 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 43 grads/yr General Studies 40 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 35 grads/yr Education, General 20 grads/yr Occupational Therapy/Therapist 19 grads/yr Psychology, General 18 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 16 grads/yr Social Sciences, General 15 grads/yr Community Health and Preventive Medicine 14 grads/yr Counseling Psychology 11 grads/yr Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General 10 grads/yr Curriculum and Instruction 9 grads/yr Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services 6 grads/yr Occupational Therapist Assistant 5 grads/yr Organizational Leadership 5 grads/yr Sociology, General 5 grads/yr Mass Communication/Media Studies 4 grads/yr Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication 4 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Trinity Washington University's top programs commonly pursue.

Health education specialists
$63k/yr 71,800 jobs
Community health workers
$51k/yr 65,099 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Education teachers, postsecondary
$72k/yr 74,900 jobs
Elementary school teachers, except special education
$62k/yr 1,422,700 jobs
Kindergarten teachers, except special education
$61k/yr 117,200 jobs
Preschool teachers, except special education
$37k/yr 555,100 jobs

Student Demographics

1,865
Total Students
95%
Women
50%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 3%
Hispanic 29%
Black 55%
Asian 1%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 57%
Hybrid (Some Online) 27%
Fully Online 15%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 50%
25-64 (Adult) 39%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Trinity Washington University?
Trinity Washington University has an acceptance rate of 99%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Trinity Washington University?
Tuition at Trinity Washington University is $25,860 for in-state students and $25,860 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Trinity Washington University?
The graduation rate at Trinity Washington University is 44%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Trinity Washington University a good school?
Trinity Washington University has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Trinity Washington University?
Trinity Washington University has a total enrollment of 1,865 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology