- Trinidad State College is a public community college in Trinidad, Colorado. It was founded in 1925, making it the first community college in the state of Colorado. Trinidad State also operates a satellite campus in the city of Alamosa, Colorado, roughly 100 miles northwest of Trinidad.
School Highlights
Trinidad State College serves 2,284 students (33% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the state community college average of 23:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 51%.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Enrollment: 2,284 students
- In-state tuition: $4,171
- Out-state tuition: $7,127
- Acceptance Rate: 40%
- Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
- Minority enrollment: 63%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Trinidad State College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Selectivity
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 166 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Trinidad State College
(CO) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private, non-profit
Total Faculty
166 staff
92 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Trinidad State College has grown by 40% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 has increased from 8:1 over five years.
The Trinidad State College diversity score of 0.67 is less than the state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,284 students
2,252 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
23:1
# Full-Time Students
743 students
743 students
# Part-Time Students
1,541 students
1,509 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
228 students
185 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
743 students
536 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
95 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,541 students
1,509 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
307 students
307 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
1%
% Asian
1%
6%
% Hispanic
43%
25%
% Black
6%
6%
% White
37%
49%
% Hawaiian
n/a
3%
% Two or more races
2%
4%
% Non Resident races
2%
2%
% Unknown races
6%
4%
Diversity Score
0.67
0.69
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
56%
64%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
50%
27%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,400
$33,300
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,171 is more than the state average of $3,735. The in-state tuition has declined by 21% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,127 is less than the state average of $10,403. The out-state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,171
$3,735
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,127
$10,403
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
89%
83%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,000
$10,981
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,000
Acceptance Rate
40%
98%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trojans
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Trinidad State College cost?
Trinidad State College's tuition is approximately $4,171 for In-State students and $7,127 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Trinidad State College?
The acceptance rate of Trinidad State College is 40%, which is lower than the state average of 98%. Trinidad State College's acceptance rate is ranked among the top community colleges in Colorado with low acceptance rates.
What is Trinidad State College's ranking?
Trinidad State College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Colorado for: Least expensive tuition, Lowest acceptance rates and Least debt for graduating students.
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