Nationally Recognized in the Liberal Arts

With its steadfast commitment to student success, Trinity University has been ranked among the best in the nation by respected sources each year.

 

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Trinity is home to more than 2,500 students, a community of lifelong learners driven by a sense of duty to themselves and to the world.

Trinity's student profile gives a glimpse into the type of student you'll share four years with.

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U.S. News & World Report

40

in the nation

National Liberal Arts Colleges

In its third year as a National Liberal Arts College, Trinity University rose 19 spots to be ranked in the Top 50 liberal arts colleges nationwide. In addition, USNWR ranked Trinity…

37

Best Value Schools

National Liberal Arts Colleges

30

Most Innovative Schools

National Liberal Arts Colleges

56

Best Undergraduate Teaching

National Liberal Arts Colleges

 


Niche

20

in the nation

Best Liberal Arts Colleges

Niche college rankings combine student and alumni reviews with rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education. Trinity University also ranked... 

1

in Texas

Liberal Arts College & Small College

79

in the nation

Best College in America

20

in the nation

Best Small College

 


Forbes

95

in the nation

America's Top Colleges

The University rose significantly from the previous year’s standings on multiple national lists, highlighting Trinity’s prominence on the national stage.

23

Liberal Arts Universities

59

Private Colleges 

35

Overall College Financial Health

 

 


Princeton Review

The Princeton Review’s 2025 rankings and recognitions emphasize Trinity’s commitment to excellence and highlight the quality of the Trinity experience from the perspective of our Tigers.

Best 390 Colleges: 2025 Edition

+ Colleges that Create Futures and Best Value Colleges

9

in the nation

Best Science Lab Facilities

12

in the nation

Best Student Support and Counseling Services

23

in the nation

Best Health Services


Other Notable Rankings

Top 100

in the Nation

Best Colleges and Universities
College Consensus, 2022

College Consensus recognizes Trinity in its list of the top 100 schools and the top 50 most supportive alumni networks in the nation.

1

in the Nation

Best Colleges for Merit Aid
U.S. News & World Report, 2021

U.S. News & World Report ranks Trinity #1 in its "Colleges That Give Merit Aid to the Most Students" list. 

16

in the Nation

Health Care Management
Best Graduate Schools
U.S. News & World Report, 2025

U.S. News & World Report ranks Trinity #16 in its Best Graduate Schools list. 

27

in the Nation

Best Undergraduate Business School
Poets&Quants, 2025

Also ranked #1 in Texas among participating schools, Trinity is recognized for academic experience, admission standards, and career outcomes.