A new way to tour Trinity
A typical Trinity tour can feel impersonal, leaving you with more questions than answers. You’re just a face in the crowd following a scripted tour led by a guide the school assigns you.
SchoolScoops offers private Trinity College tours tailored to your interests. Choose your own Trinity student tour guide and enjoy a personalized campus visit where you'll get candid answers to your questions.
SchoolScoops is the more personal way to tour Trinity College
Private and personalized Trinity tours
On a traditional Trinity College campus tour you’re just a number in a big group. With SchoolScoops, you can book a private Trinity College tour led by a real Trinity student, giving you a personalized campus visit and the chance to ask all the questions that are important to you.
Choose your own tour guide
Unlike a traditional Trinity College campus tour, SchoolScoops lets you choose your own tour guide. Whether you want to meet an engineering major, a student-athlete or a fellow transfer student, you'll get authentic insights and advice from someone who truly gets you.
No scripts, just scoops
Traditional Trinity College campus tours are essentially a sales pitch—the tour guide works for the school and their job is to show you the highlights. SchoolScoops guides don’t work for their school, so there’s no sales pitch—just honest, unfiltered advice about the Trinity experience.
Find out if Trinity is the school for you
Choosing where to go to college is a major decision and a huge investment. A private Trinity tour helps you decide if Trinity College is the right fit for your academic goals, career ambitions and college experience.
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Get to know Trinity College
Trinity College is a prestigious liberal arts institution known for its strengths in political science, economics, public policy, and the humanities, with a strong emphasis on experiential learning, urban engagement, and global perspectives.
Overview
Trinity College, founded in 1823, is a private liberal arts college located in Hartford, Connecticut. It offers a wide range of undergraduate programs across the arts, humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences.
Size
Trinity College has a total enrollment of around 2,100 students, nearly all of whom are undergraduates, creating a close-knit and academically focused campus environment.
Acceptance rate
Trinity College has an acceptance rate of about 38%, making it moderately selective. Among admitted students who submitted test scores, half have an SAT score between 1330–1480 or an ACT score between 30–33.
Cost
For the 2024 academic year, Trinity College’s undergraduate tuition is approximately $70,770, with total costs including room and board nearing $90,000. About 60% of students receive financial aid, with an average need-based award of around $58,000.
Ranking
According to U.S. News & World Report, Trinity College is ranked #39 among National Liberal Arts Colleges. The rankings reflect measures of academic quality such as graduation rates, faculty resources, and student outcomes.
Academics
Trinity College offers over 40 majors and a variety of interdisciplinary and dual-degree programs within the liberal arts and sciences. With a student-to-faculty ratio of 9:1, the college fosters close academic mentorship and a highly personalized learning environment.
Traditions
Trinity College’s most cherished traditions include the annual Lemon Squeezer ceremony with Wesleyan University, the Long Walk during Convocation and Commencement, and Trinity Days—a mid-semester break that offers students time to recharge and explore beyond campus.
Campus landmarks
Trinity College’s most iconic landmarks include the Long Walk—lined with historic brownstone buildings like Seabury and Jarvis Halls—the Chapel, the Raether Library and Information Technology Center, and the Main Quadrangle, all reflecting the college’s classic New England architecture and rich academic heritage.
Student body
Trinity College draws students from across the United States and around the world, with a particularly strong presence from the Northeast. Its student body reflects a diverse mix of backgrounds, perspectives, and geographic regions, contributing to a vibrant and inclusive campus community.
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Become a guideYour Trinity College questions, answered
Is Trinity College an Ivy League school?
No, Trinity College is not part of the Ivy League. The Ivy League refers to eight specific universities in the Northeast. However, Trinity is often considered a “Little Ivy” due to its academic rigor, selective admissions, and strong liberal arts tradition.
What GPA do you need to get into Trinity College?
While Trinity College doesn’t officially report an average GPA, estimates suggest that admitted students typically have a GPA around 3.88, placing them near the top of their class and well above average academically.
Does Trinity College offer full scholarships?
Yes, Trinity College offers full need-based scholarships, including for international students. It meets 100% of demonstrated financial need for admitted students, but the process is highly competitive, especially for international applicants.
What majors does Trinity College offer?
Trinity College offers 41 undergraduate majors across the arts, humanities, social sciences, and STEM fields. Popular programs include political science, economics, engineering, neuroscience, environmental science, English, and public policy. Students can also design their own interdisciplinary majors.
Is Trinity College D1 or D2?
Trinity College competes in NCAA Division III, offering 30 varsity sports along with numerous club and intramural options.
Where is Trinity College located?
Trinity College is located in Hartford, Connecticut, offering students access to a vibrant capital city with cultural, professional, and service opportunities.
Does Trinity College offer study abroad opportunities?
Yes, Trinity offers extensive study abroad programs, including its own campuses in Rome and Cape Town, and partnerships with institutions around the world.
How do you take a tour of Trinity College?
To tour Trinity College, you can register online for an in-person visit that includes a 30-minute information session followed by a one-hour student-led walking tour. If you can’t visit in person, Trinity also offers live virtual information sessions and a self-guided 360° virtual tour on its website.
Does Trinity offer private campus tours?
Yes, through SchoolScoops, you can book a private campus tour led by a student guide of your choice.
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