Is Defiance College worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Defiance College is ranked #1,380 out of 2,000 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Ohio, it ranks #100 of 139 for value.
Among the majors Defiance College offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree | #188 of 243 |
| General Business/Commerce | #188 of 243 |
| Sports Management | #384 of 492 |
| Exercise Science | #444 of 547 |
| Criminal Justice Administration | #515 of 638 |
| Health & Physical Education | #606 of 757 |
| Athletic Training | #606 of 757 |
| Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness Studies | #630 of 783 |
Below is the detailed Defiance College value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Defiance College is ranked #64 out of #99 in Ohio for quality and #100 out of #139 for Ohio value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Defiance College financial aid page to be sure.
Defiance College is ranked #1,380 out of 2,000 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Defiance College is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Defiance College costs about $26,337. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $105,348 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $53,322 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $26,337 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $26,337 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $105,348 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Defiance College net price and the factors that affect it.
What Defiance College costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Defiance College degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $213,288 | — | — |
| All Students | $105,348 | #1,380 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $105,348 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $213,288 | — | — |
| All Students | $105,348 | #100 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $105,348 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Defiance College shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $19,929 |
| $30K–$48K | $21,601 |
| $48K–$75K | $24,386 |
| $75K–$110K | $24,726 |
| Over $110K | $28,092 |
About 100% of Defiance College undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $27,331 per year. Get more details on the Defiance College financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the Defiance College net price page for the cost detail.
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