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The University of Texas at Austin vs Trinity University

Austin, TX · San Antonio, TX · Source: IPEDS federal database

The University of Texas at AustinTrinity University
Acceptance Rate26.6%25.9%
In-State Tuition$11,688$53,676
Out-of-State Tuition$44,908$53,676
Average Net Price$17,942$32,224
Graduation Rate89.0%84.0%
Total Enrollment53,8642,687
Student-Faculty Ratio188

GradFax Analysis

Both are competitive to get into. The University of Texas at Austin accepts 26.6% of applicants; Trinity University accepts 25.9%. The University of Texas at Austin's in-state tuition is $11,688. Trinity University's is $53,676. That's a $41,988 difference per year. The University of Texas at Austin graduates 89% of students in 6 years. Trinity University graduates 84%.

Bottom Line

The University of Texas at Austin is public; Trinity University is private. If you're an in-state student, The University of Texas at Austin will cost significantly less. Check the net price numbers above before deciding.

After aid, the average student pays $17,942/year at The University of Texas at Austin and $32,224/year at Trinity University. The University of Texas at Austin is cheaper for most people.

Source: IPEDS: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System

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Common Questions

Which is harder to get into, The University of Texas at Austin or Trinity University?▼

Trinity University. It accepts 25.9% of applicants, per IPEDS data.

Source: IPEDS

Is The University of Texas at Austin or Trinity University more affordable?▼

The University of Texas at Austin, on average. After aid, students pay $17,942/year versus $32,224/year. Your number depends on your aid package.

Source: IPEDS

Which has a better graduation rate?▼

The University of Texas at Austin: 89% of students finish in 6 years. Trinity University is at 84%.

Source: IPEDS

Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.