Lourdes University Transfer
Dear Lourdes University Students,
The announcement of Lourdes University’s closure has undoubtedly created uncertainty for many of you. Moments like this can feel overwhelming, especially when you’ve invested time, energy, and heart into your college experience. Please know that you are not alone as you consider what comes next.
At Defiance College, we recognize that transferring is more than simply moving credits — it’s about finding a community where you feel supported, valued, and able to continue pursuing your goals without disruption. Since 1850, our institution has remained committed to student-centered education grounded in personal attention, opportunity, and purpose. We stand ready to help you take your next step with confidence.
Whether you are looking to complete your degree, continue competing in athletics, remain active in campus organizations, or explore new academic opportunities, our enrollment team is prepared to provide clear guidance and individualized support throughout the transfer process.
Your educational journey matters — and we would be honored to help you continue it.
Let us help you DEFIne Your Future.
With care and support,
Jeremy Taylor, PhD
Vice President for Enrollment Management
Defiance College
For more information text Andy White, Associate Director of Admissions at: 419-963-4905.
Andy White
Why Transfer to Defiance College?
Smaller is stronger at DC, where a student centered experience is our primary focus.
Transferring is easier than ever at DC! To get started, set up a personalized, virtual appointment. As part of the appointment, you will find out how your credits translate into our 40+ majors and programs with a transfer credit evaluation from the comfort of your own home. Through its nationally recognized career readiness program; Jacket Journey, we have been able to provide our students with an average job and graduate school placement rate of 96% over the past 5 years.
- Contact Andy White, Associate Director of Admissions, with any questions
- Schedule a campus visit
- Apply
- Submit transcripts
- Submit FAFSA
- Get accepted
- Sign up for orientation
Benefits of becoming a Yellow Jacket:
Transfer students can receive up to $13,000 in academic scholarships based on cumulative GPA [Learn More]
Athletics and Student Life are big components to our identity and are set up to thrive here at Defiance College
96% job and graduate school placement rate thanks to Jacket Journey, our nationally recognized career readiness program [Learn More]
Our application process is fast, easy, and responsive – because a student centered experience starts at the beginning
If eligible, you could receive your education debt free with our 1850 Promise [Learn More]
Got questions? Reach out to admissions@defiance.edu today and see how smaller is truly stronger