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Trinity International University-Illinois

Deerfield, Illinois 60015-1283

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Known for business — close-knit campus

Trinity International University-Illinois is a private suburban institution in Deerfield, Illinois. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.

A small campus of 140 undergraduates with a 9:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

46% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $46,989 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $21,386.

Established
1897
Motto
Entrusted with the Gospel
Type
Private (includes Seminary and Law School)
Conference
National Association of
Division
Division I

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93%Acceptance
SAT Avg
140Students
9:1Student:Faculty
46%Grad Rate
$46,989Earnings 10yr
$21,386Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Trinity International University-Illinois Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate93.2%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

93.2%

Trend

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$12,320
Room & Board$6,090
Books & Supplies$1,392
Total Cost of Attendance$47,751
Average Net Price$21,386
Median Debt at Graduation$26,082
Monthly Payment (10yr)$277

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$17,250
$30–48K$16,898
$48–75K$22,119
$75–110K$21,398
$110K+$25,030

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

30.9%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$19,500

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

0

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

0

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

0

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

0

Drug Arrests

0

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (52)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

5%

Negative
  • 5% first-year retention rate
  • Active student organizations
  • Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
140
Gender Split
54% / 46%
Women / Men
First Generation
30%
Pell Grant Recipients
33%

Race & Ethnicity

White 39%
Black 21%
Hispanic 19%
Asian 4%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 2%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate45.6%
Freshman Retention4.7%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$41,545
10 Years$46,989

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
3
vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Trojans

Volleyball claimed

History & Fun Facts

  • By 1949, the Minneapolis-based school moved to Chicago and the unified schools became known as Trinity Seminary and Bible College.
  • In 1961, the school moved to a new campus in Bannockburn, Illinois, and a year later was renamed Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (TEDS) and Trinity College.
  • The school grew from an enrollment of 51 in 1961 to 1,400 in 1990.
  • Nicholas Perrin was elected as the 16th president in June 2019.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

ORD Chicago O'Hare16 mi
MKE Milwaukee52 mi
IND Indianapolis190 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA859 mi · ~24h 49m drive
New York, NY725 mi · ~20h 57m drive
Hartford, CT781 mi · ~22h 34m drive
Providence, RI845 mi · ~24h 25m drive
Albany, NY720 mi · ~20h 48m drive
Syracuse, NY599 mi · ~17h 18m drive
Rochester, NY526 mi · ~15h 12m drive
Buffalo, NY461 mi · ~13h 19m drive
Philadelphia, PA680 mi · ~19h 39m drive
Pittsburgh, PA427 mi · ~12h 20m drive
Harrisburg, PA586 mi · ~16h 56m drive
Newark, NJ716 mi · ~20h 41m drive
Washington, DC612 mi · ~17h 41m drive
Baltimore, MD623 mi · ~18h drive
Atlanta, GA614 mi · ~17h 44m drive
Charlotte, NC613 mi · ~17h 43m drive
Raleigh, NC665 mi · ~19h 13m drive
Miami, FL1217 mi · ~35h 9m drive
Orlando, FL1012 mi · ~29h 14m drive
Tampa, FL1030 mi · ~29h 45m drive
Nashville, TN421 mi · ~12h 10m drive
New Orleans, LA855 mi · ~24h 42m drive
Richmond, VA640 mi · ~18h 29m drive
Chicago, IL26 mi · ~45 min drive
Detroit, MI247 mi · ~7h 8m drive
Minneapolis, MN331 mi · ~9h 34m drive
St. Louis, MO275 mi · ~7h 57m drive
Kansas City, MO411 mi · ~11h 52m drive
Indianapolis, IN190 mi · ~5h 29m drive
Columbus, OH297 mi · ~8h 35m drive
Cleveland, OH322 mi · ~9h 18m drive
Milwaukee, WI58 mi · ~1h 41m drive
Dallas, TX813 mi · ~23h 29m drive
Houston, TX955 mi · ~27h 35m drive
Austin, TX989 mi · ~28h 34m drive
San Antonio, TX1062 mi · ~30h 41m drive
Los Angeles, CA1733 mi · ~50h 4m drive
San Francisco, CA1841 mi · ~53h 11m drive
San Diego, CA1724 mi · ~49h 48m drive
Seattle, WA1712 mi · ~49h 27m drive
Portland, OR1735 mi · ~50h 7m drive
Denver, CO907 mi · ~26h 12m drive
Phoenix, AZ1446 mi · ~41h 46m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1243 mi · ~35h 55m drive
Honolulu, HI4235 mi · ~122h 21m drive
Upper Midwest / Northeast (cold winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Chicago O'Hare (ORD)16 miles
Rental car
24 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
32 min$19-32
Milwaukee (MKE)52 miles
Rental car
78 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
104 min$62-104

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