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Defiance College Admission Requirements

Defiance, Ohio

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Your chances of getting into Defiance College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

62.9%
Admission Difficulty for Defiance College
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Extremely Easy 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Defiance College is 62.9%.  Its admission rate is the 19th lowest in Ohio.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Defiance College and can you get accepted?

Defiance College is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 1,711 out of the 2,722 who applied were admitted.

Defiance College typically accepts and attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.12. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 9% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Defiance College?

63% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Defiance College you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.12 or better
  • Earn B grades in high school
  • Score 990 on the SAT
  • Score 20 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

Defiance College GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.12

Typical High School Grades 

B

What GPA do you need to get into Defiance College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Defiance College are to have around a 3.12 high school GPA. You need about average high school grades.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Defiance College accepts 63% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Defiance College is 3.12 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B letter grades and regularly score around 83-86 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #68 in Ohio for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Defiance College is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.1 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Defiance College SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Defiance College. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 3% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

860-1110

Applicants Submitting SAT 

-
SAT Scores for Defiance College
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 420
Math 25th Percentile 440
Composite 25th Percentile 860
SAT Scores for Defiance College
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 560
Math 75th Percentile 550
Composite 75th Percentile 1110
Average SAT Score 990

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Defiance College?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Defiance College is 990 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 860-1110. Students who get into Defiance College score in the top 83 percent of all SAT test takers..  Defiance College ranks #43 in the state of Ohio for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 990 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Defiance College regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 860 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 860, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 730, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Defiance College is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 990 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 985, you have around a 63% chance of being admitted. A 1110 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 76% chance of getting in.

Defiance College admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1110 and Above Good >76%
985 to 1110 Avg + 63%-76%
860 to 985 Avg - 47%-63%
735 to 860 Reach 32%-47%
Less than 735 Low <32%
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Defiance College ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

17-23 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

3%
ACT Scores for Defiance College
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 15
Math 25th Percentile 16
Composite 25th Percentile 17
ACT Scores for Defiance College
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 22
Math 75th Percentile 25
Composite 75th Percentile 23
Average ACT Score 20

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Defiance College?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Defiance College is 20, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 17 and 23.  The school ranks #42 in Ohio for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 20. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 17 and score in the score in the top 69 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 14.

3 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Defiance College.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Defiance College is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Defiance College for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 20 score has around 63% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 76% with a 23 ACT score.

Defiance College admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
23 and Above Good >76%
20 to 23 Avg + 63%-76%
17 to 20 Avg - 47%-63%
14 to 17 Reach 32%-47%
Less than 14 Low <32%
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High School Class Rank

64% of Defiance College freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 27% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Defiance College students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 6%
Top 25% of class 27%
Top 50% of class 64%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Defiance College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 418 2,304 2,722
Accepted 262 1,449 1,711
Acceptance Rate 63% 63% 63%
Enrolled 47 102 149
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 18% 7% 9%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Defiance College is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Defiance College and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Defiance College Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Defiance College
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Defiance College is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.12 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 990 on the SAT and 20 on the ACT will further lock in your application.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=202514 IPEDS survey data for Defiance College.

Last updated February 24, 2024