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.

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U.S. News & World Report

37

in the nation

National Liberal Arts Colleges

Trinity debuted in the national liberal arts category three years ago and has quickly entered the top 40. In addition, USNWR ranked Trinity…

16

Most Innovative Schools

National Liberal Arts Colleges

30

Undergraduate Research / Creative Projects

National Liberal Arts Colleges

40

Best Value Schools

National Liberal Arts Colleges

 


Niche

19

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

Best Liberal Arts Colleges & Small Colleges in Texas

76

in the nation

Best Colleges in America

19

in the nation

Best Small Colleges in America

 


Forbes

82

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.

51

Private Colleges

19

In the South 

35

Overall College Financial Health

 

 


Princeton Review

The Princeton Review’s 2026 rankings and recognitions emphasize Trinity’s commitment to excellence and highlight the quality of the Trinity experience from the perspective of our Tigers.

Best 391 Colleges: 2026 Edition

+ Colleges that Create Futures and Best Value Colleges

10

in the nation

Best Science Lab Facilities

25

in the nation

Best College Dorms

24

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.