C+
Above Average
Score: 56/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
23/100 · earnings-weighted

Trinity Bible College and Graduate School

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Ellendale, North Dakota 58436
ℹ️
Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

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: 39%
Outcomes
C+
61/100
Affordability
D
39/100
Resources
B
71/100
Experience
B+
74/100
Prestige
D
36/100

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

244
Total Enrollment
39%
Graduation Rate
72%
Retention Rate
9.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
36%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Trinity Bible College and Graduate School, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$35,604
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$29,234
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$22,531
Median debt at graduation
46%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
61.8%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 63% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 4th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (ND wage index 0.93). 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 Bible College and Graduate School

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
Bible/Biblical Studies—$48,009+8%#15 of 35#13—

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 Bible College and Graduate School Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $159,022
  • Avg rent near campus: $837/mo — vs ~$354/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 58436 (4.1% cap, Ellendale)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $16,066 $16,066
Room $3,188
Board $4,094
Total Cost (On-Campus) $31,544 $31,544

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
68%
Receive Pell Grants
84%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

244
Total Students
46%
Women
84%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 62%
Hispanic 7%
Black 4%
Asian 3%
Two or More 5%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 55%
Hybrid (Some Online) 5%
Fully Online 41%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 84%
25-64 (Adult) 13%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Trinity Bible College and Graduate School?
Trinity Bible College and Graduate School has an acceptance rate of 36%. This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.
How much does it cost to attend Trinity Bible College and Graduate School?
Tuition at Trinity Bible College and Graduate School is $16,066 for in-state students and $16,066 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Trinity Bible College and Graduate School?
The graduation rate at Trinity Bible College and Graduate School is 39%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Trinity Bible College and Graduate School a good school?
Trinity Bible College and Graduate School has a Repit College Score of 56/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Trinity Bible College and Graduate School?
Trinity Bible College and Graduate School has a total enrollment of 244 students. Most students (84%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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