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Oberlin College
Oberlin,
OH
•4-Year Private•
Acceptance Rate35%
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About Oberlin College
There are many colleges. There is only one Oberlin. Oberlin offers one of the world’s great undergraduate educations, and we have a long tradition of educating top scholars and musicians. Here, students pursue multiple passions and interests within a supportive, collaborative community. We focus on undergraduate teaching, hands-on research projects, culturally immersive study away experiences, and world-class music opportunities. For over 100 years, Oberlin alumni have gone on to earn more PhDs than graduates of any other liberal arts school. And in nearly every career field, our graduates are making an impact and improving our world. An Oberlin education is extraordinary, and each person experiences it differently.
Oberlin College is a private, nonprofit college in the town of Oberlin, Ohio. Oberlin College was founded in 1833. The college enrolls around 2,992 students a year, including 2,986 undergrads.
2022 Acceptance Rate for Oberlin College
It is very difficult to get into Oberlin College. The acceptance rate at Oberlin College is 35%. Out of 11,066 applications received in 2022, 3,859 students were offered admission.
| Oberlin College Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 35% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | 47% |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.7 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 37% |
Click below to find out more about the admissions requirements and deadlines, student life, academics, majors and more.
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Oberlin College is located in Oberlin, Ohio, near Cleveland.
If you are interested in seeing Oberlin College for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 90, Interstate 80 to Oberlin, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Cleveland Hopkins International.
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College Info
Oberlin College Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Jan 15
Transfer Applications are Due
Apr 1
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Oberlin College is Jan 15.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Oberlin College is Apr 1.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Oberlin College is a member of the Coalition for College.
More than an application, the Coalition provides free tools and resources to help students through the college admissions process, beginning as early as 9th grade.
Oberlin College SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1380 - 1500
Math SAT Range
670 - 770
Reading SAT Range
690 - 760
Oberlin College Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$83,538
In State$83,538
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$63,700
$63,700
Fees
$896
$896
Housing
$18,942
$18,942
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at Oberlin College is like? There are approximately 2,992 students enrolled at Oberlin College, including 2,986 undergraduate students and 6 graduate students. 99% percent of students attend school full-time, 7% percent are from OH and 93% percent of students are from other states.
99%
Full Time0.27%
Part Time7%
In State93%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
2,992
Campus Setting
Small Town
Acceptance Rate
35%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Jan 15
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