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Defiance College

Private nonprofit Defiance, OH · Town · Great Lakes · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
34%
Graduation Rate
$49,351
Earnings (10yr)
$26,337
Net Price
48%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Defiance College is ideal for students who want a close-knit community and personalized attention in their studies. With an enrollment of just 499, the college emphasizes hands-on learning and offers programs in Business & Marketing, Education, Criminal Justice, Computer Science & IT, and Humanities. This smaller size can be appealing to those who thrive in more intimate settings where they can build strong relationships with professors and peers.

Looking beyond graduation, students from Defiance College earn a median salary of $49,351 a decade after completing their degrees. While the graduation rate sits at 34%, many students find value in the education they receive, leading to careers in diverse fields. It’s important to consider that affordability plays a role here, with a significant portion of the student body receiving Pell Grants, indicating financial support for those who need it.

On the financial side, the net price after aid comes to $26,337, with a median debt of $26,813 for graduates. This financial landscape means that while students might take on some debt, many find it manageable relative to their post-graduation earnings. Defiance College tends to attract students who are looking for a supportive environment and are committed to their educational journey, making it a good fit for those ready to engage deeply in their studies.

Rankings

How Defiance Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation34%Earnings 10yr$49KNet Price$26KRetention56%Median Debt$27KPell Grant Rate50%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$27K$0-30K$26K$30-48K$26K$48-75K$27K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%510.6%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%2167.2%MOBILITY110.66%

Cost & Financial Aid

$29,320
In-State Tuition
$29,320
Out-of-State
$26,337
Avg Net Price
$26,813
Median Debt
50%
Pell Grant Rate
72%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$27,196
Family Income $0–$30K
$26,105
Family Income $30K–$48K
$25,884
Family Income $48K–$75K
$26,637
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$39,303
6 Years After Entry
$42,218
8 Years
$49,351
10 Years
0.54x
Debt-to-Earnings
65%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$39,303 6yr $42,218 8yr $49,351 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

110.66%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
2167.2%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
510.6%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$77,900
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.52
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.03
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
4.7%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 48%
Retention Rate 56%
ACT Midpoint 20
Full-Time Faculty 60%
Faculty Salary (mo) $6,646
Diversity Index 0.59
First-Gen Students 36%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 15%
Education 13%
Criminal Justice 13%
Computer Science & IT 6%
Humanities 5%
Visual & Performing Arts 4%
Health Professions 4%
Biology & Biomedical 3%