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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Washington, DC

Trinity Washington University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in DC. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$26,110

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

99.2%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

41.5%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$53,804

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Trinity Washington University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Washington, DC. With a competitive tuition profile of $26,110, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 41.5% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$104,440

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

4.4 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$23,804

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$133,600

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$371,640

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 41%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Trinity Washington University is $28,250.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
97.7%
2.3%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Black
58.1%
Hispanic
33.7%
Unknown
2.3%
Two or more
2.2%
White
1.5%
International
1.1%
Asian
1.1%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$26,110

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$11,164
$30k - $48k$11,256
$48k - $75k$13,393
$75k+$17,830

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$28,250
Pell Grant Recipients51.3%
Using Federal Loans39.6%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment33.6%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$19,396
Pell Grant Recipients54.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

71.2%

Success

41.5%

In-State Cost

$26,110

Age 25+ Students

39.3%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Medium

Working at 6yr

620 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Washington (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Washington (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.