Faculty Research That Shapes Undergraduate Discovery
Research at Trinity is defined by close faculty mentorship, interdisciplinary exploration, and inquiry that extends from the lab to the community. Our faculty are scholars, scientists, artists, and thought leaders advancing knowledge across disciplines — and they're doing much of this work hand-in-hand with students.
#30 in the Nation for Undergraduate Research and
The research community is the primary reason faculty come to Trinity and why our graduates are in the top 20th percentile in achieving Ph.D.’s in their field.
Faculty Excellence
Our faculty are accomplished scholars and creators who win competitive research funding and share their work internationally through publications, exhibitions, and presentations.
Research Occurs Across 30+ Disciplines
Students work directly with faculty mentors in labs, archives, studios, field sites, and communities, gaining hands-on experience across disciplines.
Transformational Experiences
Students graduate not just with knowledge both at home and abroad and co-authoring with faculty in top tier journals.
Dynamic Spaces and Support
At Trinity, you’ll find the resources, facilities, and support for research you’d expect at a large-flagship university. Faculty know you, challenge you, and provide opportunities usually reserved for graduate students.
Facilities and Spaces
Direct collaboration with faculty happens in on-campus labs, studios, field sites, and in the San Antonio community.
Research Access and Support
Research opportunities are supported through a range of resources to help undergraduates start or advance their research endeavors.
Student Research and Outcomes
See how Trinity students turn research into real-world impact.
Research and Creative Opportunities
Fully Funded
We offer a stipend, housing, and credit for summer research participation.
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Research labs and opportunities addressing a broad range of interests and industries.
1600+
students who have done summer research since 2017