Defiance College is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Defiance, Ohio with 499 undergraduates. It admits 48% of applicants, costs an average of $27,873 a year after grants and graduates 36% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Defiance College acceptance rate and admissions
Defiance College admitted 48% of applicants for fall 2024, about 1 in 2. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Defiance College application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Defiance College’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Defiance College tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $29,320 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $13,043 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $45,177 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $27,873 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $27,873 a year after grants and scholarships, $17,304 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Defiance College's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Defiance College graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 36% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $50,327 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $27,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 54% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Defiance College majors and what graduates earn
Defiance College awarded bachelor's degrees in 20 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from criminal justice ($54,633).
All 20 majors at Defiance College
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal justice | 11 | n/a | $54,633 | n/a |
| Social work | 11 | n/a | $50,745 | n/a |
| Business | 17 | n/a | $46,536 | $25,750 |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | 21 | n/a | $39,980 | $27,000 |
| Teacher education by grade level | 7 | n/a | $39,194 | n/a |
| Special education | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Graphic and industrial design | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| History | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Computer and information sciences | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| IT and network administration | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Security Science and Technology | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Environmental science | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Psychology | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Communication | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Accounting | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Defiance College
2 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 2 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | Master's | 13 | $49,760 | n/a |
| Education | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 499 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 37% women, 64% men
- 11 students for every faculty member
- Setting: distant town
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Defiance College?
Defiance College admitted 48% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Defiance College cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $29,320. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $27,873 a year in 2024-25.
Is Defiance College test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Defiance College reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Defiance College?
36% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Defiance College graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $50,327 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.