Design and Applied Arts at Defiance College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Ohio
Design and Applied Arts bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Ohio (42 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Defiance College | — | — | — | — |
| University of Cincinnati-Main Campus | $52,526 | $56,482 | $25,851 | 0.49 |
| Miami University-Oxford | $47,295 | $54,530 | $26,000 | 0.55 |
| Ohio State University-Main Campus | $45,176 | $56,414 | $25,100 | 0.56 |
| University of Dayton | $43,609 | $50,910 | — | — |
| University of Akron Main Campus | $39,856 | $51,028 | $27,000 | 0.68 |
| National Median | $33,563 | — | $26,880 | 0.80 |
Other Design and Applied Arts Programs in Ohio
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Ohio schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati | $13,570 | $52,526 | $25,851 |
| Miami University-Oxford Oxford | $17,809 | $47,295 | $26,000 |
| Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus | $12,859 | $45,176 | $25,100 |
| University of Dayton Dayton | $47,600 | $43,609 | — |
| University of Akron Main Campus Akron | $12,799 | $39,856 | $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.