At Trinity College, we bring extraordinary people together – talented students, accomplished faculty, dedicated staff and incredible alumni. Our aspiration is simple – it is to provide the very best experience for our students: exceptional academic programs, innovative student supports, thriving intellectual and social community, and an inspiring place to learn, live and work.
As a member of our tight-knit community, you will experience a magical sense of belonging. At the undergraduate level, Trinity College is known for its academic excellence and is the smallest of the seven colleges within the Faculty of Arts & Science at the University of Toronto. At the graduate level, Trinity College offers degrees in theological studies.
Being a part of Trinity also gives you the best of both worlds: a small supportive home nestled within a beautiful historic campus and full access to all the benefits associated with Canada’s number one university. Trinity is yours to discover!
A small, distinctive college at the heart of a great university, Trinity College offers an exceptional academic experience and fosters community, responsibility and leadership.
Founded in 1851, Trinity College in Toronto among the smallest and one of the most prestigious colleges on the St. George Campus at the University of Toronto. The College has over 2,400 undergraduate students who are enrolled in the university’s Faculty of Arts & Science, and about 100 students in Trinity’s Faculty of Divinity, Canada’s oldest Anglican theological school. Trinity offers an exceptional academic experience and is an innovator in interdisciplinary study in areas such as ethics, society & law, immunology, international relations and theology.
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The Trinity Community
We are first and foremost a community – a close-knit community built on a set of values that stress the importance of outstanding education in a setting that encourages individuality, creativity and intellectual dialogue.
We are cutting-edge intellectually, but we have a proud and storied past and a set of unique traditions. These traditions bring a sense of community, of shared experience and a way to connect with one another. The beauty of Trinity’s historic buildings also speak to the legacy of the institution and the pride our community has in its heritage.
Trinity is a place where leaders come to learn and seek ways to make an impact on the community and the world.
We are committed to helping the whole student achieve full potential. At the heart of everything we do, our focus remains steadfast – we want to ensure our students have the best experience possible. Our dedicated staff, incredible library and facilities, and integrated student services support students along their journey. Trinity faculty members are among the University of Toronto’s most distinguished and are highly involved in student life. Our communal nature and small size afford unparalleled opportunities to learn and grow both inside and outside the classroom. More than 80% of Trinity students graduate with distinction or high distinction, and go on to professional and graduate programs throughout the world. The College also has a proud record of producing an unusually large number of Rhodes scholars.
Among our graduates are Jim Balsillie, Adrienne Clarkson, Atom Egoyan, Malcolm Gladwell, William C. Graham, Andrew Hutchinson, Craig Kielburger, Kenneth Oppel, Michael Peers, Ted Rogers and John Tory. Those who have taught here include Robertson Davies and Margaret MacMillan, the College’s former Provost.
The foundation that Trinity College has built over 175 years is strong., and our aspiration is simple and longstanding – it is to be the very best. The framework of Trinity College’s Strategic Plan 2025-2030 is built around four pillars: Renew, Revisit, Revitalize and Reinvigorate. These pillars demonstrate our commitment to building a sustainable and thriving institution, honouring our rich heritage while embracing change, and enriching the student experience.
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Trinity offers excellent employment opportunities with exceptional benefits. The College is a culturally diverse and inclusive community that sustains a tradition of academic excellence and provides a vibrant and welcoming community of students, faculty, staff and alumni.