- 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 1,613 students (38% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is lower than the state community college average of 35:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 51%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 1,613 students
- In-state tuition: $4,171
- Out-state tuition: $7,127
- Acceptance Rate: 40%
- Student-teacher ratio: 26:1
- Minority enrollment: 64%
- 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
Selectivity
Completion Rates
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 63% over five years.
Trinidad State College
(CO) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private, non-profit
Year Founded
1925
Campus Size
17 acres
Total Faculty
61 staff
56 staff
School Calendar
School Motto
Enriching our diverse communities through quality educational experiences and lifelong learning.
Student Body
The student population of Trinidad State College has grown by 14% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 has increased from 10:1 over five years.
The Trinidad State College diversity score of 0.65 is less than the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,613 students
2,084 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
35:1
# Full-Time Students
618 students
671 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
995 students
1,413 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
1,613 students
1,072 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
618 students
641 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
995 students
1,327 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
307 students
326 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Hispanic
46%
26%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
6%
8%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
36%
49%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Two or more races
2%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
2%
% Unknown races
6%
7%
Diversity Score
0.65
0.68
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
56%
61%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
50%
27%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,400
$33,100
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $4,171 is more than the state average of $3,712. The in-state tuition has declined by 20% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,127 is less than the state average of $10,526. The out-state tuition has declined by 17% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,171
$3,712
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,127
$10,526
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
86%
82%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,000
$10,981
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,000
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Acceptance Rate
40%
91%
Sports
School Mascot
Trojans
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
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 91%. 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: Lowest acceptance rates, Highest completion rates and Least debt for graduating students.
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