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8 Degrees, 29 Concentrations
Explore our online bachelor degree programs to determine the program that best meets your personal and professional educational and career goals.
An Affordable Education
Learn how you can finance your Trident education through tuition assistance, grants and loans, and scholarships*.
*Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
Diverse Learning Community
The Student Fact File describes the community of learners you’ll be joining when you pursue your bachelors degree at Trident.
Admissions Requirements
Associates program – Subject to additional college-or program-specific admissions requirements, the following standard admissions requirements apply:
- A diploma or proof of graduation from an accredited or state approved high school, or its equivalent
- At least 12 semester hours of transferable college credit or documented military training* as defined by Trident’s transfer policy. *Proof of military service includes successful completion of basic training, documented in an official military transcript (JST, CCAF, etc.)
- Proof of English proficiency (international students only; see section on English Proficiency in the Trident University Catalog)
- A minimum GPA of 2.0 in all transferable coursework; Military students who have less than 12 semester hours of military experience must have a minimum GPA of 2.0 in all high school coursework.
If you plan to transfer potential credit, please review our transfer policy.
Bachelors program – Subject to additional college-or program-specific admissions requirements, the following standard admissions requirements apply:
If you have fewer than 24 semester hours of transferable coursework:
- A diploma from an accredited or state approved high school or its equivalent
- A minimum GPA of 2.0 in all high school coursework
- Proof of English proficiency (international students only; see section on English Proficiency in the Trident University Catalog)
If you have more than 24 semester hours of transferable coursework:
- A diploma from an accredited or state approved high school or its equivalent
- A minimum GPA of 2.0 in all transferable coursework
- Proof of English proficiency (international students only; see section on English Proficiency in the Trident University Catalog)
If you plan to transfer potential credit, please review our transfer policy.
Application Checklist
You will need to submit the following documents to complete the application process:
Official Transcripts
Detailing all prior academic coursework from regionally accredited institutions, recognized nationally accredited institutions, and military transcripts.
Official High School Transcripts
If you have less than 24 credits of post-secondary education you must supply your official high school transcript. If you have more than 24 credits of post-secondary education you must supply a diploma from an accredited or state approved high school or its equivalent (effective May Fastrac 2016 session).
Proof of English Proficiency
International students only; see section on English Proficiency in the Trident Catalog.
Official Evaluation of International Credits
For students with international transcripts only; see section on International Transcripts in the Trident Catalog.
Tuition and Fees
Tuition cost for the associates program:
| tuition type | per credit | per course | per year* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | $415 | $1,660 | $8,100 |
| Retired Military / Veteran / And Their Immediate Family Members | $330 | $1,320 | $6,400 |
| Military & Immediate Family Members / Department of Defense Federal Civilian Employees | $250 | $1,000 | $5,000 |
Tuition cost for the bachelors program:
| tuition type | per credit | per course | per year* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | $415 | $1,660 | $12,450 |
| Retired Military / Veteran / And Their Immediate Family Members | $330 | $1,320 | $9,900 |
| Military & Immediate Family Members / Department of Defense Federal Civilian Employees | $250 | $1,000 | $7,500 |
University Fees:
- Books and Supplies: $0
- Bounced Check Fee: $30
- Course Materials: $0
- Diploma Copy: $30 (optional)
- Food, Housing, and Transportation: N/A
- Graduation Fee: $150
- Official Transcript: $10 (rush fee $35)
- Other Expedited Shipping Fees: varies based on region
- Payment Plan Set-up: $35-$55 (non-refundable)
- Student ID Card: $10 (optional)
- Technology Fee: $0
- Other fees may apply and are subject to change without advance notice.
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