Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003041
- Phone: (937) 229-1000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
50.10%FINANCIAL AID RATE
99%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
9:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
2FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$18,219Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Defiance College
300 College Park, Dayton, OH
Defiance College, a nonprofit private institution, offers an assortment of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Defiance, OH, it resides in a rural setting for students to study in. The United Church of Christ affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. Nearly 1,100 students enroll at Defiance College annually.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs Defiance College offers:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Recreation And Fitness Studies
- Education
- Security And Protective Services
- Public Administration And Social Services
- Health And Clinical Professions
The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. Very common test scores among students admitted to this school are in the range of 18 - 23 for the ACT exam, or 830 - 1050 for the SAT exam. Defiance College admits approximately 70 percent of students applying. Of those accepted, around 24 percent attended the school. More information from the admissions office can be found at defiance.edu.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $28,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to use the school's net price calculator to better understand their personal tuition costs. The cost of on-campus housing is approximately $5,100 for the year. Students enrolled at Defiance College may be eligible for aid which is typically loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The Defiance College "Yellow Jackets" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Football (NCAA Division III)
Students may visit the Defiance College website to see a complete list of academic programs offered, financial aid details, and more.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the candidates Defiance College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Defiance College is around 550 students, with undergraduate students making up about 96% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- The estimated tuition range is around $33,000-$39,000 per year
- For part-time students, charges are between $520-$620 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 99% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 98% | $19,238 |
Receiving Student Loans | 87% | $8,996 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Defiance College may offer services like those listed below:- Distance learning
- Remedial courses
- Counseling assistance
- Work study style employment
- Employment search assistance
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2011)
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2011)
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- * Accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (since 2009)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Defiance College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference)
- Football (Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field, Indoor
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
- Other Sports
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Defiance College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
Education
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
- Forensic Science (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Defiance College.
- Bluffton University in St Clairsville, OH (37 miles away)
- Trine University in Upland, IN (41 miles away)
- Lourdes University in Elyria, OH (44 miles away)
- Heidelberg University in New York, NY (63 miles away)
- Huntington University in Clarksville, IN (65 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003041
- Phone: (937) 229-1000
- School Homepage