Defiance College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$23,196
Average Net Price
99%
Receive Aid
48%
Pell Recipients
Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Defiance College is $23,196 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$23,196

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$20,482
$30,001-48,000$18,824
$48,001-75,000$23,165
$75,001-110,000$25,211
$110,000+$27,784

Financial Aid

Defiance College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 99% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 48% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

99%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

48%

Of students receive federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need

Grants & Scholarships

Gift aid that doesn't need to be repaid

Work-Study Programs

Part-time employment opportunities on campus

Student Loans

Federal and private loan options available

Combined Sticker Price (Undergraduate)

The sticker price represents the total cost before any financial aid is applied. In-state students can expect a sticker price of $37,978 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $37,978. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $40,378, which is 21% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $37,978

Out-of-State: $37,978

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$37,978
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$53,178

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$37,978
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$52,678

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$37,978
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$53,178

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$37,978
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$53,178

Commuting Students

Students living at home and commuting to campus can significantly reduce their costs.

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$37,978
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$41,678

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$37,978
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$42,178

Cost Analysis

Analyze how DEFIANCE's costs have changed over time. Over the past year, Defiance College has decreased costs by $1,173, representing a 4.8% reduction in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$24,369

Current Year

$23,196

Change

$-1,173

Affordability & Value

Defiance College is committed to providing accessible, high-quality education with strong return on investment.

Affordability Rating

Affordable

Based on average net price compared to national averages

Investment Value

Students receiving aid99%
Pell grant recipients48%
Student-faculty ratio10:1