First-year deadlines, 2026–27
| Plan | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early decision Apply early, hear early, and you must enroll if admitted. Binding. | November 15, 2026 |
| Early decision II A second, later early decision round. Also binding. | January 15, 2027 |
| Regular decision The standard deadline, with answers in spring. Not binding. | January 15, 2027 |
Plans are listed in calendar order. What the plans mean
Source: trincoll.edu · checked September 30, 2026
What families actually pay
Average yearly net price after grants, all students, by family income
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, College Scorecard · data snapshot October 2, 2026
AP credit
Most-taken exams, lowest score that earns credit| Exam | Min score | Trinity College course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus AB | 4 | ||
| Calculus BC | 4 | ||
| Biology | 4 | ||
| Chemistry | 4 | ||
| Physics 1 | 4 | ● Phys 102 | |
| United States History | 4 | ||
| Psychology | 4 | ||
| Statistics | 4 |
Show all 26 exams and every score level
| Exam | Min score | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus AB | 4 | ||
| Calculus BC | 4 | ||
| Biology | 4 | ||
| Chemistry | 4 | ||
| Physics 1 | 4 | ● Phys 102 | |
| Physics 1 | 5 | ● Phys 102 or Phys 231* | |
| United States History | 4 | ||
| Psychology | 4 | ||
| Statistics | 4 | ||
| Computer Science A | 4 | ||
| Macroeconomics | 4 | ||
| Microeconomics | 4 | ||
| World History: Modern | 4 | ||
| Environmental Science | 4 | ||
| Physics 2 | 4 | ● | |
| Physics 2 | 5 | ● Phys 231* | |
| European History | 4 | ||
| United States Government and Politics | 4 | ||
| Computer Science Principles | 4 | ||
| Art History | 4 | ||
| Music Theory | 4 | ||
| AP-B (discontinued) | 4 | ● ● Phys 231* | |
| Comparative Government and Politics | 4 | ||
| Language and Composition | 4 | ||
| Latin | 4 | ||
| Literature and Composition | 4 | ||
| Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism | 4 | ● | |
| Physics C: Mechanics | 4 | ● Phys 231 | |
| Physics C: Mechanics | 4 | ● ● Phys 232 |
Source: trincoll.edu · checked September 19, 2026
Biggest majors
| Major | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Political Science and Government | 76 |
| Economics | 59 |
| Research and Experimental Psychology, Other | 52 |
| Public Policy Analysis | 37 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences | 31 |
| Engineering | 27 |
| Neuroscience | 25 |
| Econometrics and Quantitative Economics | 25 |
Show the other 31 majors
| English Language and Literature | 21 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 18 |
| Urban Studies/Affairs | 15 |
| Environmental Science | 15 |
| Mathematics | 13 |
| Sociology | 12 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Anthropology | 9 |
| American/United States Studies/Civilization | 8 |
| International/Globalization Studies | 8 |
| Art History, Criticism and Conservation | 8 |
| History | 6 |
| Philosophy | 6 |
| Biochemistry | 6 |
| Film/Cinema/Media Studies | 4 |
| Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts | 4 |
| Physics | 4 |
| Fine/Studio Arts | 3 |
| Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 3 |
| Music | 2 |
| Psychology | 2 |
| Chemistry | 2 |
| Foreign Languages and Literatures | 2 |
| Religion/Religious Studies | 1 |
| Spanish Language and Literature | 1 |
| Italian Language and Literature | 1 |
| French Language and Literature | 1 |
| German Language and Literature | 1 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, Other | 1 |
| Near and Middle Eastern Studies | 1 |
Bachelor’s graduates, first major, most recent year · Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Scholarships
Amounts and eligibility change; check the college’s page for current details.
Sports and campus life
Men’s varsity · NCAA Division III, NESCAC
Baseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Rowing, Soccer, Squash, Swimming and Diving (combined), Tennis, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Wrestling
Women’s varsity · NCAA Division III, NESCAC
Basketball, Field Hockey, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Rowing, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming and Diving (combined), Tennis, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Volleyball
ROTC
Air Force
Faith groups
Hillel
Also
Study abroad
Greek life
25% of men in fraternities · 21% of women in sororities · 23% of undergraduates overall (Common Data Set 2022–23)
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education athletics data (EADA), Common Data Set (Greek life), hillel.org · checked September 4, 2026 · data snapshot October 2, 2026
The place
Setting
City, midsize
Federal locale classification
Metro area
Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT
1,169,048 people
Big-city metro (1 million+)
Yes
More about the place
Nearest airport
Bradley International (BDL)
Nearest hub airport
Bradley International (BDL)
Walkability
EPA walkability index 14.8 of 20
Elevation
123 ft
Time zone
Eastern
January low
20°F
July high
85°F
Annual snowfall
38.6 in
Days at 90°F or higher
17 per year
One-bedroom fair market rent
$1,310 per month
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education (IPEDS locale), U.S. Census metro estimates, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, EPA walkability · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Colleges nearby
- University of Saint Joseph3 mi
- University of Hartford4 mi
- Central Connecticut State University5 mi
- Charter Oak State College7 mi
- Holy Apostles College and Seminary10 mi
- Wesleyan University13 mi
Straight-line distance between campuses
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