Accounting at Defiance College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Ohio
Accounting bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Ohio (57 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Defiance College | — | $47,865 | — | — |
| Case Western Reserve University | $67,830 | $78,857 | $25,000 | 0.37 |
| Miami University-Oxford | $67,743 | $77,503 | $23,000 | 0.34 |
| University of Dayton | $65,127 | $72,243 | $27,000 | 0.41 |
| Ohio State University-Main Campus | $62,399 | $77,705 | $23,284 | 0.37 |
| John Carroll University | $62,145 | $75,037 | $27,000 | 0.43 |
| National Median | $53,694 | — | $25,000 | 0.47 |
Other Accounting Programs in Ohio
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Ohio schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Case Western Reserve University Cleveland | $64,671 | $67,830 | $25,000 |
| Miami University-Oxford Oxford | $17,809 | $67,743 | $23,000 |
| University of Dayton Dayton | $47,600 | $65,127 | $27,000 |
| Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus | $12,859 | $62,399 | $23,284 |
| John Carroll University University Heights | $49,100 | $62,145 | $27,000 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Defiance College, approximately 48% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.