Best Visit Ever

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Discover Trine for Yourself!
Your Best Campus Visit Awaits

best visit ever

The only way to know if a university is your perfect fit? See it in person. It’s that simple, and yes—it’s that crucial.

When you step onto Trine’s beautiful, one-of-a-kind campus, it’ll be your best visit ever. How can we be so sure? Because students and families say it all the time! Why? Because at Trine, we focus on YOU.

Walk through our state-of-the-art labs, relax in our stunning green spaces, and discover where your future begins. A campus visit is more than a tour—it’s your first step toward success.

Not able to visit in person just yet? No problem. Take a look at our Virtual Visit page in the meantime.

visitHow was your Trine visit?

"My favorite part was meeting with the chief of the engineering department and having a private tour of all the labs. Along with learning how much Trine invests into their students and their goals."
"The “small town feel” of this gorgeous campus is very welcoming and one of the main reasons my daughter wants to attend Trine and be part of the “Thunder!”"
"I could tell there is a community at Trine."
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Individual Visit

Tailored Just for You
Your weekday visit is all about you. Choose the time that works best for your family, and we’ll create a personalized experience to match your interests. Whether it’s touring specific facilities, meeting with faculty, or exploring campus life, we’ll ensure your visit focuses on what matters most to you.

Individual Visit

Storm Saturdays

Discover if Trine is the perfect fit for you by joining us for a Storm Saturday visit! Connect with other prospective students as you explore campus on a guided tour, learn more during an admissions presentation, and enjoy a delicious brunch in our student cafeteria.

Storm Saturday

VIP Day

Your future at Trine awaits! Admitted students are invited to attend VIP Day. This is your chance to learn more about student services, residential life, financial aid more. Connect with fellow admitted students and discover opportunities for Trine students.

VIP Day

  • 8:45-9 a.m.: Check In & Refreshments
  • 9-9:15 a.m.: Welcome
    • Giveaway
  • 9:15-10:10 a.m.: Your Future at Trine U
    • Student Services/Engagement/Leadership
    • Campus Safety
    • Student Success & Support
    • Housing & Residential Life
  • 10:10-10:15 a.m.: Five minute break
    • Giveaway
  • 10:15-10:55 a.m.: Next Steps: SOAR, Transfer Credits & Career Services
  • 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.: Campus Tour Options (Optional)
  • 11 a.m. - 12:50 p.m.: Lunch & Info Fair
    • Stop by the Info Fair to learn more about some of Trine's student organizations and speak to staff about housing, financial aid and paying deposits. Please note: Financial Aid will be on the second floor of the library.
  • 12:50-1:50 p.m.: Academic Breakout Sessions

Preview Day

Join other future Trine students for an in-depth tour of our beautiful campus, including residence halls and athletic facilities. You'll also have the opportunity to connect with faculty, staff, and current students to get a firsthand look at life at Trine.

Preview Day

 

Bring Your Group to Campus

Grades 9-12
Interested in bringing a group of high school (grades 9-12) students to campus? Check out our high school group visit options where prospective students can learn about admissions, financial aid, academics, and much more.

High school group visit options

Grades K-8
Interested in bringing a group of elementary or middle school students to campus? Expose younger students to college life by registering for one of our elementary/middle school-focused group events. 

K-8 visit request form

Find Us Near You

Can’t make it to campus right away? We may be coming to your area! Check out our schedule of high school visits, college fairs, and transfer fairs to connect with our admission team.

See upcoming events near you!

Why you should visit Trine

Where to Stay

Visit our local hotels page for lodging options around Steuben County.

Local Accommodations

Contact Event Services at 260-665-4201 or email at larosej@trine.edu to learn about the Zollner Stadium Suites, the most unique overnight accommodations around the area.

Why Trine?

If you want to know “Why Trine?” the answer is simple. Excellence describes everything we do. From our outstanding faculty and degree programs, to our gorgeous campus and first-class facilities, we expect the best from ourselves and from our students. That’s why we have Indiana’s best career placement rate of graduates (more than 99%*) and are ranked each year as a “best” university by U.S. News & World Report and Princeton Review. If you expect the best of yourself and expect the best from the college you’ll attend, then choose the best - Trine University.  Pride in who we are – it’s a Trine thing.

At Trine, our commitment to excellence has formed the bedrock of our experience for well over a century. You'll see it, and you'll feel it, the second you step on our beautiful, 450-acre campus in Angola, Indiana.

Come visit Trine University. You'll be so glad you did. It'll be the best campus visit you've ever had.

 

*Based on 2023-2024 Trine University Graduating Class Knowledge Rate of 88.4%, 3,963 of 4,480 main campus undergraduates responding. Compared to 2023 Graduation Class National Knowledge Rate of 84.7%.