Trinity College
CT · Private · 100% graduation rate
ROI by Major
Debt and earnings data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. ROI grades compare median student debt at graduation to earnings 1 and 5 years after completion, adjusted for NCES IPEDS graduation rates.
| Major | Median Debt | Year 1 Earnings | Year 5 Earnings | ROI Grade | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences | $21K | $95K | $147K | A | STRONG BUY |
| Mathematics | $21K | $78K | $126K | A | STRONG BUY |
| Engineering | $21K | $92K | $129K | B | BUY |
| Economics | $25K | $58K | $78K | C | BUY |
| Political Science and Government | $25K | $58K | $78K | C | BUY |
| Sociology | $25K | $58K | $78K | C | BUY |
| Urban Studies/Affairs | $25K | $58K | $78K | C | BUY |
| Biology | $25K | $55K | $74K | C | BUY |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | $25K | $52K | $72K | C | BUY |
| International/Globalization Studies | $25K | $52K | $72K | C | BUY |
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences | $25K | $55K | $74K | C | CAUTION |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | $25K | $50K | $68K | C | CAUTION |
| Research and Experimental Psychology | $25K | $48K | $65K | C | CAUTION |
| History | $26K | $50K | $68K | C | CAUTION |
| Psychology | $25K | $48K | $65K | C | CAUTION |
| Romance Languages | $25K | $48K | $65K | C | CAUTION |
| English Language and Literature | $26K | $48K | $64K | C | CAUTION |
| Education | $25K | $45K | $60K | D | CAUTION |
| Public Policy Analysis | $25K | $42K | $57K | D | CAUTION |
| Area Studies | $25K | $45K | $60K | D | CAUTION |
Frequently Asked Questions
It depends on your major. The highest-ROI major at Trinity College earns a grade of A, with median debt of $21K and year-5 earnings of $147K. Compare debt-to-earnings ratios across majors before deciding.
Trinity College has a 100% graduation rate. A higher graduation rate generally correlates with better student support and outcomes, which can impact your return on investment.
Median debt varies significantly by major at Trinity College. For example, Computer and Information Sciences graduates have median debt of $21K. Review the ROI by Major table above for a full breakdown.
The top-earning major is Computer and Information Sciences with median year-5 earnings of $147K. We rank each major by its debt-to-earnings ROI score to help you compare options.
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ROI scores are calculated by comparing median debt at graduation to median earnings 1 and 5 years after completion, weighted by graduation rate. Grades range from A (strong return) to F (poor return).