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Trine University

#22 in Best Value Colleges in Indiana
  • B-
    Overall Grade
  • 4 Year
  • Angola, IN
  • 559 reviews
B-
Overall Niche Grade
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  1. Academics
    B-
  2. Value
    B+
  3. Diversity
    B+
  4. Campus
    B+
  5. Athletics
    B
  6. Party Scene
    B+
  7. Professors
    B-
  8. Location
    B
  9. Dorms
    A-
  10. Campus Food
    B+
  11. Student Life
    B+
  12. Safety
    B+
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Trine is a private university located in Angola, Indiana. It is a small institution with an enrollment of 1,938 undergraduate students. Admissions is somewhat competitive as the Trine acceptance rate is 70%. Popular majors include Drafting and Design (CAD/CADD), Mechanical Engineering, and Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration. Graduating 55% of students, Trine alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $37,000.
About Trine University...
Athletic Division
NCAA Division III (with football)
Athletic Conference
Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association
Address
1 University Ave
Angola, IN 46703
Website
trine.edu
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Trine University Rankings

Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate
70%
Application Deadline
—
SAT Range
970-1160
ACT Range
22-28
Application Fee
$0
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
—

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Cost

Net Price
$23,176/ year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Net Price by Household Income
  • <$30k
    $18,406/ year
  • $30-48k
    $20,201/ year
  • $49-75k
    $20,671/ year
  • $76-110k
    $24,579/ year
  • $110k+
    $27,647/ year
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Academics

Professors
B-
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
14:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
80%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.30 responses
76%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.33 responses
67%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.33 responses
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Majors

Most Popular Majors
  • Drafting and Design (CAD/CADD)
    45 Graduates
  • Mechanical Engineering
    41 Graduates
  • Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
    34 Graduates
  • Psychology
    30 Graduates
  • Chemical Engineering
    29 Graduates
  • Business
    25 Graduates
  • Kinesiology and Exercise Science
    24 Graduates
  • Biology
    15 Graduates
  • Civil Engineering
    15 Graduates
  • Computer and Information Sciences
    13 Graduates

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
1,938Undergrads
Undergrads Over 25
2%
Pell Grant
36%
Varsity Athletes
34%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on 28 responses
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  • Accepting, no cliques for such a small school
    39%
  • Takes class very seriously, still has social life
    21%
  • Academic, unique, and laid-back
    14%
  • Adult students
    14%
  • Not much school spirit, everyone just studies
    7%
  • Boring
    4%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus
92%
Poll
46%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.46 responses
Poll
55%
of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.58 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 27 responses
Report
  • You are not a number, professors know you.
    33%
  • Great faculty involvment.
    26%
  • Great faculty and an interesting community
    22%
  • An interesting community
    7%
  • Comfortable
    4%
  • Fast-paced
    4%
  • Strict
    4%

After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$43,300/ year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
55%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
96%
National
83%
88%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.25 responses
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This past year at Trine University I have become very close to all the people I have met. It is a great place to meet new people and to get involved. There are plenty of things to do at Trine. Some which include, participating in a sport, band, attending concerts or a sporting event, going to all of the fun activities throughout the year hosted by all of the different clubs, and much more. You'll always know what's going on around campus as well! They are great at advertising events! It's very easy to talk with professors too! Whether you need help or just want some clarification, just ask! I have loved every minute at Trine and I'm super excited to see what the next few years bring!
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Residences. Not enough rooms for everybody and not many common rooms. And they were not prepared for so many students. But everything else, I couldn't ask for better. All of my professors enjoy what they are doing, want to help, and I have a lot of opportunities to get involved with organizations, the campus, community and employers!
Very safe and friendly. Greek life here is different from anywhere else I have been; no one judges you for not being Greek and if you are Greek you aren't usually stuck up or rude. Professors are genuinely concerned when you don't show up to class. The dorms are like hotels all with private baths and controllable AC (except traditional styles). Housing off campus (save for Greek life) is super expensive and really not worth it for the condition they're in. Would definitely recommend staying on campus and upgrading to the Villas as an upperclassmen. The food is good at first, but gets boring after awhile try to downgrade to a lower meal plan. There is a party scene, but it manages to be fun and safe. Math department isn't great but the engineering, chemistry, physical therapy and business departments are all great programs. Would not recommend liberal arts majors.