Trinity College
Hartford, CT · Private · 2,146 undergrads
- Admit rate: 29.2% (6,396 applicants)
- SAT middle 50%: 1298–1470 (ACT 30–34)
- Undergraduates: 2,146 (13.8% international)
- Average net price: $34,832 (per year after aid)
- Graduation rate: 84% (within 6 years)
Deadlines
- Early Decision: Nov. 15, 2026
- Early Decision II: Jan. 15, 2027
- Regular Decision: Jan. 15, 2027
Essays
Optional Trinity essay (Under 300 words)
The identities you claim, the challenges you face, and the successes you enjoy shape the background for your college experience to come. What is an aspect of your background that you are excited to share and/or explore as a member of the Trinity community and why?
Editor's notes
- Trinity asks for very little: no fee, one recommendation, an optional short essay, an optional interview. That makes the optional pieces carry more weight, not less. Do the interview (any format counts the same) and write the essay.
- Trinity says the transcript is the most important part of your file, including senior-year courses. A soft senior schedule shows up here. Keep your strongest classes.
- If Trinity is first, look at ED II as well as ED I. You can switch from regular decision to ED II with a signed agreement after you've applied, so you can wait for fall grades or other news before committing.
Sources
- Trinity College Admissions, Application process (2026-27 deadlines)
- Trinity College Admissions, Early decision
- Trinity College Admissions, FAQ
- Trinity College Admissions, Admissions interviews
- Trinity College, Class of 2030 (Meet Trinity's newest students)
- Trinity College Analytics and Strategic Initiatives Center, Factbook: Fall admissions statistics
- Trinity College Admissions & Aid, Financial aid
- Trinity College News, Convocation and matriculation welcome new students
