Trinidad State College
About Trinidad State College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Trinidad State College, founded in 1925, was the first community college in Colorado, and it teaches in the old coal town of Trinidad with dormitories on its campus. It is a Hispanic-Serving Institution and runs a well known gunsmithing school.
Founded
1925
Location
Trinidad, Colorado
Students
1,188
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
54.5%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,608
Out-of-state: $7,318
Avg Net Price
$10,772
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$36,475
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
54.5% complete their degree within three years
Retention
63.8%
Transfer Out
15.3%
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$7.8K
Class Size
Medium
54.5% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,608
In-State
$7,318
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$9,693
Books & Supplies
$1,460
Total Cost of Attendance
$21,458
After Financial Aid
$10,772
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$9,366
Receive Grants
45.4%
Take Loans
12.4%
The total cost of attendance runs about $21,458/yr, including $9,693 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $10,772.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Trinidad State College fund their education.
While in School
45.4%
Get Grants
Free money
12.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$21,971
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$8,908
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$94/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $8,908, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Trinidad State College.
Gender
51.4%
Female
49%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,188
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
55.7%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
34.1%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (51% women, 49% men). 55.7% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
1,188
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Trinidad State College fields 8 varsity teams with 211 student athletes, about 18% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
211
18% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
50% / 50%
106
Men
105
Women
5
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Trinidad State Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$36,475
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$31K
105 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$66K
45 grads
1yr Earnings
Health and Medical Administrative Services
—
15 grads
Science Technologies/Technicians, Other
—
12 grads
Precision Systems Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
—
8 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
6 grads
Median earnings are $36K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.