Defiance College

Defiance College's Mission Statement

• Defiance College is an independent, coeducational institution related to the United Church of Christ. Through personal caring attention within an ecumenical Christian environment that values people with different beliefs, our community of learners is dedicated to nurturing the whole person through development of the intellectual, emotional, spiritual, social and physical dimensions of self. We seek to inspire within our students a search for truth, a sensitivity to our world and the diverse cultures within it, the ability to lead in their chosen professions, and a spirit of service. We want them to know, to understand, to lead, and to serve.

 

Defiance at A Glance

• Student Population
  Defiance College has a student population just over 1,000 students. More than 50 percent of traditional students live on campus.
• The Campus
  The campus is located on 150 acres in a residential area of Defiance, which includes 18 buildings and access to the 200 acre Thoreau Wildlife Sanctuary.

Colors: Purple and Gold

Student Info:

Enrollment for Fall 2009:

• Total Enrollment: 957
• Ethnicity Demographics: Minority 14%
• Student Faculty Ratio: 13:1

• Total: $23,800

Defiance College's Majors:

• Accounting
  Art Teacher Education
  Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
  Business/Commerce, General
  Criminology
  Digital Forensic Science
  Education, General
  English/Language Arts Teacher Education
  Finance, General
  Forensic Science and Technology
  Health Teacher Education
  History Teacher Education
  Marketing/Marketing Management, General
  Mathematics Teacher Education
  Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
  Psychology, General
  Restoration Ecology
  Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
  Secondary Education and Teaching
  Social Studies Teacher Education
  Social Work

Student Life

Mission Statement of the Student Life Division

The Division of Student Life, as an integral part of the Defiance College Community and dedicated to its covenant, nurturing the whole person, seeks to foster team relationships among faculty, staff, students, and the greater global community. Believing that learning and education takes place both in and out of the classroom, we offer services which develop leadership, build community, encourage service to others, and create an awareness and sensitivity to diverse cultures. We are dedicated to empowering our students to utilize all available resources as they develop into well-rounded individuals.

Over 18 sports offered for men and women

Important Links

• Financial Aid Home
• Pilgrim Library
• Schedule a Campus Visit!
• Campus Map
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• Office Of Intercultural Relations

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