Admissions Overview
The admission process at Defiance College has a 63% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Defiance College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
63%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
2,722
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
9%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Defiance College has a 63% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Defiance College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredHigh School Class Rank
Not ConsideredWork Experience
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Defiance College.0 About 3% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 18 to 21.
ACT Scores
3% of students submitted1
36
18 – 21
1
36
14 – 21
1
36
16 – 21
Admission Statistics
2,722 students applied to DEFIANCE. Of those, 63% were accepted (1,711 students). Of these 1,711 accepted students, 149 chose to enroll.
2,722
Total Applicants
1,711
Students Admitted
149
Students Enrolled
63%
Acceptance Rate