High Value, Low Tuition
Trinity’s tuition is the lowest of any private university in the area, and we are constantly innovating ways to provide excellent academic programs to all students, regardless of their financial need.
Our many accomplished graduates credit Trinity for helping them achieve their career and life goals by making their education affordable.
Comparison of 2022-2023 Annual Tuition Rates
Current Tuition and Fees
Trinity offers the lowest tuition of any private university in the national capital region, and with financial aid, your cost will be much lower than these base rates!
Visit our Financial Aid Hub to learn more about all the documents you need, loan info, scholarships and grants available, and more to make your Trinity journey a success!
Our financial aid staff will work with you to identify different types of scholarships, loans, and work study awards that will help meet your needs. You can set up a payment plan with Trinity and use a variety of payment methods.
Tuition & Fees 2024-2025
College of Arts & Sciences
Trinity’s College of Arts and Sciences charges full-time tuition and a health services fee. If you choose to live on campus, there are several housing options. Meal plans are available, whether you are a residential student or a commuter.
- 99 percent of our students receive financial aid. Last year, Trinity awarded more than $12 million in tuition assistance to students in the College of Arts and Sciences.
- Most accepted students qualify for the Trinity Leadership Scholarship, eight to 15 thousand dollars per academic year.
| Tuition | 2024-2025 |
| Full-Time Tuition per Year (12-18 credits per semester) | $26,360/year |
| Full-Time Tuition per Semester (12-18 credits per semester) | $13,180/semester |
| Tuition over 18 credits/semester | $815/credit |
| Part-Time Tuition, Fall and Spring Courses | $815/credit |
| Tuition For Audited Courses | $245/credit |
| Room Rates | Per Year | Per Semester |
| Double/Single Room | $3800/$4100 | $1900/$2050 |
| Board Meal Plans | Per Year | Per Semester |
| 285 meals/semester – All first-year students | $8,380 | $4,190 |
Other meal plans with fewer meals are available to upper-class students. All students residing on campus must be on one of the University’s meal plans. Post-first-year students can change their meal plan prior the last day for class schedule adjustments each semester.
| Fees | Per Year | Per Semester |
| Health Fee – Required for full-time students | Announced June ’24 | |
| Health Insurance Full-time students must have insurance. If you have your own health insurance please complete the Student Health Insurance Waiver to avoid this fee. |
Announced June ’24 |
Net Price Calculator
Interested in applying to Trinity’s College of Arts and Sciences as a new student? We have provided a tool to help you estimate the cost of attending Trinity after grants and scholarships.
School of Education
For students in the School of Education, tuition is assessed on a per-credit basis.
| Tuition | Per Credit |
| Tuition Per Credit | $870 |
| Tuition For Audit Per Credit | $245 |
School of Nursing & Health Professions
Undergraduate Programs
| Tuition | 2024-2025 |
| Full-Time per Year (12-18 credits per Semester) | $27,480/year |
| Full-Time per Semester (12-18 credits per semester) | $13,740/semester |
| Tuition over 18 credits/semester | $840/credit |
| Part-Time Tuition, Fall and Spring Courses | $840/credit |
| Tuition For Audited Courses | $245/credit |
| RN-to-BSN (Online) | $600/credit |
| Fees | Per Year |
Per Semester |
| Health Fee – required for full-time students | Announced June ’24 | |
| Health Insurance Full-time students must have insurance. If you have your own health insurance please complete the Student Health Insurance Waiver to avoid this fee. |
Announced June ’24 |
Graduate Programs – $870 Per Credit
School of Professional & Graduate Studies
Undergraduate Programs
For undergraduate students in the School of Professional and Graduate Studies, tuition is assessed on a per-credit basis.
| Tuition | Per Credit |
| Regular Tuition | $620 |
| Tuition at THEARC | $195 |
| Audit Tuition | $245 |
| Trinity Experiential Life-Long Learning (TELL) Tuition (One-time TELL portfolio fee: $50) |
$150 |
Graduate Programs
For graduate students in the School of Professional and Graduate Studies, tuition is assessed on a per-credit basis.
| Tuition | Per Credit |
| Regular Tuition | $870 |
| Tuition For Audit | $245 |
Tuition Discounts: New students who are employees of the District of Columbia, Edcor-client companies, Holy Cross Hospital, and Washington Hospital Center may qualify for employee tuition discounts, depending on their academic program at Trinity.
Other Student Fees (All Schools)
| Fee | Cost |
| Replacement Student ID Fee | $15 |
| Parking Fee Per Semester (commuter) | $45 |
| Parking Fee Per Semester (resident) | $75 |
Personalized Financial Plan
Everyone’s financial situation is different, so Trinity’s financial aid counselors work with you to create an aid package and plan to meet your unique needs.
While you should file your FAFSA and apply for all available scholarships first, Trinity will meet your remaining need with flexible payment plans and student loan options.
Aid for DC Residents
Many Trinity undergraduate students who live or work in Washington pay little or nothing out of pocket thanks to Trinity’s partnerships in the DC government and private sector! Here are just some:
- Up to $2,500 per year – DC Tuition Assistance Grant (DC TAG)
- Up to $8,000 per year – DC Futures
- Up to $4,000 per year – DC Mayor’s Scholars Undergraduate Program
- Up to $4,000 per year – DC College Access Program
- Full tuition for up to 12 credits – DC Leading Educators to Advanced Degrees Program (DC LEAD)
Conway Nursing Scholarships
The Conway Nursing Scholarships provide up to $15,000 per year to each student for up to five years of enrollment as long as the student continues to achieve at the high levels expected at entrance.
When combined with Trinity’s own merit scholarships and other financial aid resources, nursing scholars may qualify for a financial aid package up to the total cost of enrollment.
“The Conway Scholarship brought joy into my life. At Trinity we are taught to tap into our greatness, question ideas, and overcome any weakness that may be a threat to our greatness, and I know for a fact that my Conway sisters and I would not have been able to learn all these without the help of this scholarship.”
-Belinda Mensah ’18, Conway Scholar at Trinity
Tuition & Fees 2023-2024
Provided for reference only – see current tuition and fees.
College of Arts & Sciences
Trinity’s College of Arts and Sciences charges full-time tuition and a health services fee. If you choose to live on campus, there are several housing options. Meal plans are available, whether you are a residential student or a commuter.
- 99 percent of our students receive financial aid. Last year, Trinity awarded more than $12 million in tuition assistance to students in the College of Arts and Sciences.
- Most accepted students qualify for the Trinity Leadership Scholarship, eight to 15 thousand dollars per academic year.
| Tuition | 2023-2024 |
| Full-Time Tuition per Year (12-18 credits per semester) | $25,860/year |
| Full-Time Tuition per Semester (12-18 credits per semester) | $12,930/semester |
| Tuition over 18 credits/semester | $800/credit |
| Part-Time Tuition, Fall and Spring Courses | $800/credit |
| Tuition For Audited Courses | $245/credit |
| Room Rates | Per Year | Per Semester |
| Double/Single Room | $3800/$4100 | $1900/$2050 |
| Board Meal Plans | Per Year | Per Semester |
| 285 meals/semester – All first-year students | $8,060 | $4,030 |
Other meal plans with fewer meals are available to upper-class students. All students residing on campus must be on one of the University’s meal plans. Post-first-year students can change their meal plan prior the last day for class schedule adjustments each semester.
| Fees | Per Year | Per Semester |
| Health Fee – Required for full-time students | $250 | $125 |
| Health Insurance Full-time students must have insurance. If you have your own health insurance please complete the Student Health Insurance Waiver to avoid this fee. |
$1472 | $736 |
Net Price Calculator
Interested in applying to Trinity’s College of Arts and Sciences as a new student? We have provided a tool to help you estimate the cost of attending Trinity after grants and scholarships.
School of Education
For students in the School of Education, tuition is assessed on a per-credit basis.
| Tuition | Per Credit |
| Tuition Per Credit | $855 |
| Tuition For Audit Per Credit | $245 |
School of Nursing & Health Professions
Undergraduate Programs
| Tuition | 2022-2023 |
| Full-Time per Year (12-18 credits per Semester) | $26,945/year |
| Full-Time per Semester (12-18 credits per semester) | $13,472/semester |
| Tuition over 18 credits/semester | $825/credit |
| Part-Time Tuition, Fall and Spring Courses | $825/credit |
| Tuition For Audited Courses | $245/credit |
| RN-to-BSN (Online) | $600/credit |
| Fees | Per Year |
Per Semester |
| Health Fee – required for full-time students | $250 | $125 |
| Health Insurance Full-time students must have insurance. If you have your own health insurance please complete the Student Health Insurance Waiver to avoid this fee. |
$1472 | $736 |
Graduate Programs – $855 Per Credit
School of Professional & Graduate Studies
Undergraduate Programs
For undergraduate students in the School of Professional and Graduate Studies, tuition is assessed on a per-credit basis.
| Tuition | Per Credit |
| Regular Tuition | $610 |
| Tuition at THEARC | $195 |
| Audit Tuition | $245 |
| Trinity Experiential Life-Long Learning (TELL) Tuition (One-time TELL portfolio fee: $50) |
$150 |
Graduate Programs
For graduate students in the School of Professional and Graduate Studies, tuition is assessed on a per-credit basis.
| Tuition | Per Credit |
| Regular Tuition | $855 |
| Tuition For Audit | $245 |
Tuition Discounts: New students who are employees of the District of Columbia, Edcor-client companies, Holy Cross Hospital, and Washington Hospital Center may qualify for employee tuition discounts, depending on their academic program at Trinity.
Other Student Fees (All Schools)
| Fee | Cost |
| Replacement Student ID Fee | $15 |
| Parking Fee Per Semester (commuter) | $45 |
| Parking Fee Per Semester (resident) | $75 |
Tuition & Fees 2022-2023
Provided for reference only – see current tuition and fees.
College of Arts & Sciences
Trinity’s College of Arts and Sciences charges full-time tuition and a health services fee. If you choose to live on campus, there are several housing options. Meal plans are available, whether you are a residential student or a commuter.
- 99 percent of our students receive financial aid. Last year, Trinity awarded more than $12 million in tuition assistance to students in the College of Arts and Sciences.
- Most accepted students qualify for the Trinity Leadership Scholarship, eight to 15 thousand dollars per academic year.
| Tuition | 2022-2023 |
| Full-Time Tuition per Year (12-18 credits per semester) | $25,360/year |
| Full-Time Tuition per Semester (12-18 credits per semester) | $12,680/semester |
| Tuition over 18 credits/semester | $785/credit |
| Part-Time Tuition, Fall and Spring Courses | $785/credit |
| Tuition For Audited Courses | $245/credit |
| Room Rates | Per Year | Per Semester |
| Single Room | $4000 | $2000 |
| Board Meal Plans | Per Year | Per Semester |
| 285 meals/semester – All first-year students | $7,750 | $3,875 |
Other meal plans with fewer meals are available to upper-class students. All students residing on campus must be on one of the University’s meal plans. Post-first-year students can change their meal plan prior the last day for class schedule adjustments each semester.
| Fees | Per Year | Per Semester |
| Health Fee – Required for full-time students | $250 | $125 |
| Health Insurance Full-time students must have insurance. If you have your own health insurance please complete the Student Health Insurance Waiver to avoid this fee. |
Please check back. |
Net Price Calculator
Interested in applying to Trinity’s College of Arts and Sciences as a new student? We have provided a tool to help you estimate the cost of attending Trinity after grants and scholarships.
School of Education
For students in the School of Education, tuition is assessed on a per-credit basis.
| Tuition | Per Credit |
| Tuition Per Credit | $840 |
| Tuition For Audit Per Credit | $245 |
School of Nursing & Health Professions
Undergraduate Programs
| Tuition | 2022-2023 |
| Full-Time per Year (12-18 credits per Semester) | $26,40/year |
| Full-Time per Semester (12-18 credits per semester) | $13,210/semester |
| Tuition over 18 credits/semester | $810/credit |
| Part-Time Tuition, Fall and Spring Courses | $810/credit |
| Tuition For Audited Courses | $245/credit |
| RN-to-BSN (Online) | $600/credit |
| Fees | Per Year |
Per Semester |
| Health Fee – required for full-time students | $250 | $125 |
| Health Insurance Full-time students must have insurance. If you have your own health insurance please complete the Student Health Insurance Waiver to avoid this fee. |
Please check back. |
Graduate Programs – $840 Per Credit
School of Business & Graduate Studies
Graduate Programs
For graduate students in the School of Business and Graduate Studies, tuition is assessed on a per-credit basis.
| Tuition | Per Credit |
| Regular Tuition | $840 |
| Tuition For Audit | $245 |
School of Professional Studies
Undergraduate Programs
For undergraduate students in the School of Professional Studies, tuition is assessed on a per-credit basis.
| Tuition | Per Credit |
| Regular Tuition | $600 |
| Tuition at THEARC | $195 |
| Audit Tuition | $245 |
| Trinity Experiential Life-Long Learning (TELL) Tuition (One-time TELL portfolio fee: $50) |
$150 |
Other Student Fees (All Schools)
| Fee | Cost |
| Replacement Student ID Fee | $15 |
| Parking Fee Per Semester (commuter) | $45 |
| Parking Fee Per Semester (resident) | $75 |