1850
Defiance, OH

About Defiance College

Defiance College is a small private college. Founded on liberal arts principles, Defiance provides the skills students need to know, understand, lead, and serve their communities. It has a historic association with the United Church of Christ. With small class sizes and a small student-to-faculty ratio, students can expect personalized attention. 

Accreditation & Licensing

Defiance College is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Type:

4-year, Private not-for-profit

Highest Level Offered:

Post-master's certificate

Religious Affiliation:

United Church of Christ

Enrollment:

Undergraduate: 523 ; Graduate: 49

Percent of Fully Online Students:

Undergraduate: 1% ; Graduate: 100%

Graduation Rate:

31%

Transfer Rate:

39%

Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:

$49,351

Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):

$26,813

Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:

94%

Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:

$27,331

Yellow Ribbon Program:

Yes

Credit for Military Training:

Yes

Online Programs offered by Defiance College

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Education

Best Buy degree
Master of Arts in Education / Sport Coaching

Nursing

Best Buy degree
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN)

Frequently Asked Questions About Defiance College

Is Defiance College accredited?

Yes. Defiance College is institutionally accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

How many online programs does Defiance College offer?

Defiance College offers 2 online programs currently listed on GetEducated.

What degree levels does Defiance College offer?

Defiance College offers both bachelor's and master's level programs.

How should students contact admissions at Defiance College?

Ready to connect? Check Admission Details to get admissions, tuition, and timeline details directly from the school.

Is Defiance College expensive, and what are the tuition costs?

Roughly speaking, Defiance College falls into GetEducated’s $$ tuition tier, which points to a mid tuition range.

How quickly can I enroll at Defiance College?

Enrollment at any school can be a quick process; if all required admission requirements are met. This is where students can get hung up and slow down the process by taking too long to gather required documentation.

What should transfer students ask Defiance College first?

The first thing you must do is order your transcripts from any previous school you attended and have them provided to the new school immediately with the hopes of receiving an unofficial transfer credit evaluation quickly. In an ideal world, students would have an official transfer credit evaluation done prior to committing to enrollment at any school; however with the vast majority of schools, official transfer credit evaluations happen after you are already enrolled, typically in the first semester.

What GPA do most Defiance College programs require?

Most listed programs require at least a 2.5 GPA, with requirements generally ranging from 2.5 to 3.0.

Is Defiance College military friendly?

Defiance College shows Yellow Ribbon support. Check Yellow Ribbon eligibility before you apply, since program-level benefits can vary.

How can students request information from Defiance College through GetEducated?

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What documents are most commonly required for Defiance College applications?

Most listed programs ask for Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), and Resume/CV. Getting these ready early can keep the application process moving.

Does Defiance College accept life experience credit?

Defiance College accepts life experience credit, but qualifying can be harder than expected and fees may still apply. Check Transfer Options to confirm what applies to your program.

Are Defiance College programs fully online or mixed?

Defiance College programs are primarily listed as 100% Online, which can help students screen for schedule fit before applying.

What kinds of online programs does Defiance College offer?

Defiance College has online program options in areas such as Education and Nursing; start with the field that best matches your career goal, then compare cost, format, and admissions requirements. Compare Programs to get program, admissions, and cost details before applying.

Do any Defiance College programs have specialized accreditation?

Program-specific accreditors include Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

Do in-state and out-of-state tuition totals differ at Defiance College?

For programs with both totals published, in-state and out-of-state tuition totals are typically the same.

Do any Defiance College programs have state authorization limitations?

State authorization restrictions are not prominent across available programs, but students should still confirm eligibility for their state. Check State Eligibility before applying to confirm whether your program is available where you live.

How often can students start at Defiance College?

Start times per year typically range from 3-6 for most schools. For Defiance College, students should confirm the next available start date for their specific program before applying.

How should working adults compare Defiance College programs?

Working adults should confirm program format, total cost, timeline, and application requirements before choosing a path.

What should students compare before choosing a Defiance College program?

Students should compare accreditation fit, program format, application requirements, total cost, and whether the timeline works with their schedule.

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Geographic and Educational Overview

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Defiance College is located in Ohio

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Columbus
11,799,448
44,825 sq mi
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$10,500.00

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