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Trine University: Admissions

Learn more about Trine University's admission process and policies.

 

Please Note: The admissions process outlined below is specifically for Trine University's TrineOnline programs (all online programs from Trine, excluding nursing). If you are looking for Trine University's online programs in nursing (BSN or MSN), please visit our knowledge base article here.

How do I start the application process at the school?

You will need to apply to Trine University to start the admissions process. Transcripts are needed for admission, including high school and any previous college transcripts. You may also submit a FAFSA to see if you qualify for any financial aid (the FAFSA code is 001839).

Trine University provides financial assistance for ordering official transcripts through Parchment or National Student Clearinghouse if the previous school(s) accept 3rd party requests. 

What are the requirements for admission?

To be admitted to Trine University's TrineOnline, please submit the following:


Undergraduate Admission Requirements Graduate Admission Requirements
Complete the full application Complete the full application

Provide official transcripts showing evidence of graduation from an accredited high school or an acceptable score on the General Education Development (GED) exam.  Applicants must also submit transcripts from all post–secondary schools attended.

Provide official transcripts from all post–secondary schools you attended.  This includes schools you applied to and did not earn a degree. This also includes any schools where you transferred credits to another school.

GPA requirement of 2.50 or above for unconditional. 2.00-2.49 for conditional. Below 2.0 is reviewed on a case-by-case basis GPA requirement of 2.75
  Three essay questions
  Resume
 

Select programs have program specific requirements.  See program pages for more details:

 

Is there any application fee?

There is no application fee.

Is an entrance exam required?

Our partner schools do not require entrance exams. We partner with open-access colleges that are accessible to a wide and diverse range of learners, regardless of their geographical location, socioeconomic background, or prior educational experience.

I submitted my application, what now?

Once you have submitted your application, make sure to submit all your transcripts so that the institution can make an admission decision.

To make the most of your benefit, we suggest you complete a FAFSA application to see if you are eligible for financial aid.