Trinity Christian College to close after 66 years
Trinity Christian College, a private Christian liberal arts institution that has educated thousands of students over 66 years, will close at the end of the 2025-2026 academic year. The college will hold its final commencement ceremony on May 8, 2026.
The decision comes after the Board of Trustees reviewed the college’s financial outlook and strategic alternatives. Despite efforts to adjust its growth model and address deficits, Trinity faced mounting challenges, including post-COVID financial losses, declining enrollment, heightened competition for students, and shifts in donor support. These factors ultimately made it difficult for the college to continue offering an affordable, transformative Christian education.
Jeanine Mozie, acting president of Trinity Christian College, said in a statement, “Our deepest commitment in this season is to care for our people, particularly our students, faculty, and staff, as we mourn this ending. Trinity will provide advising, support, and a multitude of resources to help our students complete their academic pursuits here or at other institutions. Our leadership team is deeply saddened, and we dedicate ourselves in service to the Trinity community until we close our doors.”
Students who will not graduate in May will have access to teach-out and transfer opportunities through other regional Christian colleges, allowing them to continue their studies on schedule. Faculty and staff will also receive guidance and support to transition to new professional opportunities.
Throughout the 2025-2026 academic year, Trinity plans to celebrate its legacy with alumni, donors, and members of the community. Mozie said in a statement, “We thank our God for the impact of this community, and we thank the faculty, staff, alumni, donors, and dedicated Board members who have worked tirelessly to serve our students for 66 years. The Trinity story is enduring. It lives in the generations of people who have been formed by this community and will continue to impact their own communities for years to come.”
Located in Palos Heights, Trinity Christian College is an accredited Christian liberal arts college offering more than 70 programs across bachelor’s, master’s, and adult degree completion studies. U.S. News & World Report recently ranked Trinity among the Top Regional Colleges in the Midwest and recognized it as a Top Value in the region. Since its founding in 1959, Trinity has achieved a 98% graduate placement rate, launched graduate and adult undergraduate programs, expanded senior learning opportunities, and worked to reduce student loan debt. Its alumni have become leaders in a variety of fields, carrying forward the college’s mission of providing a Christian education rooted in justice, humility, and love.
Students seeking support can access personalized advising, counseling services, a dedicated hotline, and a resource website. Updates about the closure process are available at www.trnty.edu.