“A small, faith-centered Baptist college in Jacksonville preparing students for ministry, education, and service.”
Trinity Baptist College — officially rebranded as Trinity College of Jacksonville (TCJ) in November 2024 — is a small, independent Baptist institution founded in 1974 by Trinity Baptist Church in Jacksonville, Florida. Set on a 140-acre campus on the city's west side (shared with Trinity Ministries), the college was established with a singular mission: to prepare students for ministry and Christian service while maintaining a close relationship with a functioning local church. It is accredited by the Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools (TRACS) and remains one of the few institutions in the Southeast dedicated to fully integrating Baptist theological education with general higher education programs. Academically, Trinity offers approximately 20 undergraduate programs across areas including Biblical Studies and Theology, Business Administration, Education, Interdisciplinary Studies, and Protective Services, plus graduate programs in Education and Biblical Studies. With just over 400 students and a 10:1 student-to-faculty ratio, the college provides an unusually intimate environment. Professors — many of whom are alumni — bring firsthand ministry and missions experience into the classroom. The most enrolled programs are Theology (the college's historic core), Business, and Education, each blended with a Christian worldview and practical professional preparation. Graduates report median earnings of approximately $37,000 ten years after graduation. Campus life at Trinity is shaped by its faith community: students follow a code of conduct consistent with Baptist values, participate in chapel, and engage in missions and outreach alongside academic study. Jacksonville — Florida's largest city by area — offers an urban backdrop with beaches, professional sports, a growing tech sector, and employment opportunities across healthcare, education, and public safety. While Trinity serves a predominantly domestic student body, it does accept international students and provides an F-1 student program through its designated school official (DSO). The college's intimate scale and Bible-centered culture make it a distinctive option for students seeking a deeply integrated Christian education.
Visa, OPT, H-1B alumni outcomes, and acceptance rates by country — sourced from FOIA, USCIS H-1B Hub, and DHS SEVIS.
Test Optional — You can submit scores if they help your case, but they're not required.
Official SourceRolling Admissions
Trinity reviews applications on a rolling basis. International students should apply at least 3 months before their intended start date to allow for I-20 processing.
The deep admissions playbook beyond the headline acceptance rate — round-by-round breakdowns, nationality data, requirements, and contact paths.
Tuition & Fees (All Students)
$14,300
/yr
Beyond the sticker price — every named scholarship, the financial aid policy, need-aware notes, and a personalized net-cost estimate.
How life on campus actually feels — clubs, sports, traditions, housing realities, and how the school integrates with its city.
The foundational academic division; prepares students for pastoral ministry, missions, church planting, and religious education.
Undergraduate and graduate programs preparing teachers with both instructional skills and a Christian educational philosophy.
Business administration programs combining practical management principles with ethical, faith-based leadership frameworks.
Interdisciplinary studies and programs in criminal justice / protective services for students with diverse academic goals.
4 years
The flagship program at Trinity; integrates Old and New Testament studies, church history, Greek, and practical ministry training. Graduates are equipped for pastoral, missions, or ministry support roles.
4 years
Covers management, marketing, accounting, and entrepreneurship through a Christian ethical lens; one of the fastest-growing programs at the college.
4 years
State-approved teacher certification program; graduates are eligible for Florida teaching licensure in K-6 education.
Where alumni go after graduation — top industries, grad-school continuation, and the qualitative outcomes story.
Sticker price (annual, out-of-state): $15,100
Net-cost estimate is US-resident-only — international applicants are typically excluded from need-based aid at most schools and should treat the sticker price as the planning baseline.
