Business/Commerce 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
Business/Commerce bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Ohio (22 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Defiance College | — | $47,597 | $27,000 | — |
| DeVry University-Ohio | $57,020 | $56,664 | $47,236 | 0.83 |
| Franklin University | $51,408 | — | $30,885 | 0.60 |
| Ashland University | $50,262 | $43,439 | $30,625 | 0.61 |
| University of Akron Main Campus | $49,049 | $43,756 | $31,000 | 0.63 |
| Ohio State University-Lima Campus | $48,597 | $54,191 | $19,900 | 0.41 |
| National Median | $47,506 | — | $26,000 | 0.55 |
Other Business/Commerce Programs in Ohio
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Ohio schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| DeVry University-Ohio Columbus | $17,488 | $57,020 | $47,236 |
| Franklin University Columbus | $9,577 | $51,408 | $30,885 |
| Ashland University Ashland | $28,910 | $50,262 | $30,625 |
| University of Akron Main Campus Akron | $12,799 | $49,049 | $31,000 |
| Ohio State University-Lima Campus Lima | $9,212 | $48,597 | $19,900 |
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.