About Oberlin College
Type
Private
Not-For-Profit
4 Years
Student Population
2,812
Website
www.oberlin.eduAccreditation
HLC
Religious Affiliation
Not applicable
On Campus Housing
Yes
Oberlin College, which is located in Oberlin, OH is a private university. It was in 1833 when the Oberlin College was founded. The motto of the Oberlin College is Learning and Labor and its official colors are red and gold. Out of total 2,785 (2019) students enrolled at OC, 2,846 belong to undergraduate courses while 17 are postgraduate students. To teach various courses to the students, the school has employed a total of 327 (2017) faculty. Oberlin College is home to an ethnically diverse student body. At OC around 61% are white, 12% are Non-resident alien, and 8% belong to Hispanic ethnicity. Further, around 100% of the students are 24 and under. When it comes to gender distribution at the varsity, around 58% of the students are females and 42% are males. In its 187 years of existence, OC has produced several known personalities like Sinclair Lewis (Novelist, Author), Thornton Wilder (Novelist, Screenwriter), Liz Phair (Guitarist, Songwriter), and Charles A. Reich (Lawyer). The school believes in the all-round growth of the students and therefore, encourages students to take part in several sporting activities, conducted inside the campus. A total of 138 programs, including both residential and online, are currently offered by OC. The university also has a long list of accreditations. It has been accredited by HLC Higher Learning Commission, and NASM (National Association of Schools of Music). $943 million (2019) is the total value of endowment of the Oberlin College.
Rankings
It becomes easier for the aspirants to apply to a college and have their doubts regarding the same cleared if the college has a ranking. Oberlin College has been ranked at the 85th position among other universities by Forbes. It is to be noted that Forbes decides on the rankings of the college based on common metrics like acceptance rate, endowment, benefits, and SAT scores, among others.
Admissions
Application Deadline
15th Jan
Acceptance Rate
36%
SAT Range
1280 - 1490
ACT Range
29 - 31
Application Fee
FALSE$
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Required
Accept Common App
Yes
Admission to OC is moderately difficult. However, the university is selective in taking in students. The students are required to submit a fee along with the admission form, in order to be considered for admission at Oberlin College. It is a non-refundable amount. If the SAT score of a student lies in the range of 1280-1480, it would improve her chances. The average ACT score at Oberlin College is 31. However, those getting an ACT score less than 29 might also be offered admission. The candidates can apply for the courses online. However, in case they need information or want to feel the vibes, they visit the school's office at 70 N Professor St, Oberlin, Ohio 44074. They can also call them at (440) 775-8411.
Annual Cost to Attend
Net Price
$43,407
Average Annual Cost
$54,346
Books And Supplies
$1,958
Other Fees
$706
Room And Board
$15,668
Budget For Other Expenses
$1,958
Total One Year Cost
$74,636
Before applying to OC, candidates must keep in mind the tuition fees and the cost of living during the course tenure. The full-time cost of attendance is approximately $76,294 per year. The average annual tuition cost ($56,822), books and supplies ($1,908), room and boarding ($16,826), and budget for other expenses ($1,738) are all included in this cost. Students can also explore numerous financial aid options offered by the university.
Academics
Highest Degree Offered
Master's degree
Student:Faculty Ratio
9:1
Full-Time Retention Rate
89%
Part-Time Retention Rate
N/A
Academic Calendar
Four-one-four plan
Research Funding per Student
$308
Faculty Overview
Male Professors
Female Professors
Non-traditional Learning
Evening Degree Programs
Teacher Certification
Distance Education
Study Abroad
Majors
Music
137 Graduates
Biology, General
59 Graduates
Political Science and Government
55 Graduates
Natural Resources Conservation and...
52 Graduates
Area Studies
45 Graduates
History
44 Graduates
Economics
42 Graduates
English Language and Literature, Ge...
36 Graduates
Psychology, General
35 Graduates
Fine and Studio Arts
34 Graduates
Neurobiology and Neurosciences
32 Graduates
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing St...
30 Graduates
Computer and Information Sciences,...
28 Graduates
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender,...
28 Graduates
Sociology
26 Graduates
Film/Video and Photographic Arts
23 Graduates
Anthropology
20 Graduates
Mathematics
18 Graduates
Linguistic, Comparative, and Relate...
16 Graduates
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecu...
15 Graduates
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosc...
15 Graduates
Legal Professions and Studies, Othe...
15 Graduates
Religion/Religious Studies
15 Graduates
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft
13 Graduates
Physics
13 Graduates
Chemistry
11 Graduates
Classics and Classical Languages, L...
10 Graduates
Romance Languages, Literatures, and...
7 Graduates
Slavic, Baltic and Albanian Languag...
7 Graduates
Archeology
6 Graduates
Philosophy
6 Graduates
Engineering, Other
5 Graduates
Dance
3 Graduates
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Ot...
3 Graduates
Germanic Languages, Literatures, an...
2 Graduates
Student Body
Undergraduate Students
2,785
Socio-Economic Diversity
9%
Part-time
1%
Students Gender
LGBTQIA STUDENT RESOURCE GROUPS
ON CAMPUS WOMEN'S CENTER
Race/Ethnicity
Geographic Density
Geographic Density
High
Unknown Location
Out Of State
In State
Foreign
Economic Diversity
36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Median Household Income
$76,190 per year
Campus Life
Housing
The students can reside on campus and 100% of Freshman Live On-Campus.
On Campus Housing Available
Yes
Freshmen Required to Live on Campus
No
Freshmen Live on Campus
100%
Undergrads in College Housing
90%
Averege Housing Cost
$7,706/year
Campus Food
The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around $7,962/year.
Meal Plan Available
Yes
Average Meal Plan Available
$7,962/year
Athletes
Division Sports Nickname
Yeomen/Yeowomen
School Colors
crimson and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
North Coast Athletic Conference
Total Male Athletes
298
Total Female Athletes
256
Intramural Sports
16
Sports Club
41
Sports Team (Men)
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Football
Lacrosse
Soccer
Swimming and Diving
Tennis
Track and Field
Sports Team (Women)
Basketball
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming and Diving
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Campus Safety
24-Hour Security Patrol
Yes
Campus Emergency Phones
Yes
24-Hour Escort Safety rides
Yes
Mobile Campus Emergency Alert
Yes
The college additionally offers an on-campus housing facility for students who wish to dwell nearby. The normal expense for on-campus housing is $16,826 per year. The average meal plan at OC costs around $7,962 a year. Notably, students at the varsity get to choose from various dining and meal plan options as well. The college has taken a lot of measures to ensure the safety and security of its students. Some of these measures include 24-hr security patrol, campus emergency phones, 24-hr escort safety rides and mobile campus emergency alert. The number of female and male students at the college are 42% and 58%, respectively.
After Graduation
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$27,400/year
Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation
$40,800/year
Typical Monthly Loan Payment
$210 - 280
Financial Aid
Students Receiving Gift Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$27,901
Students Receiving Federal Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$6,354
Students Receiving State Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$2,089
Students Receiving Institutional Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$27,293
Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30K
$57,238
$30K - $48K
$57,329
$48K - $75K
$50,847
$75K - $110K
$41,117
> $110K
$27,457
Total Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$52,881,368
Total Non-Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$17,024,072
In case the students at Oberlin College face any financial issues concerning the fees and cost of living, and find the same to be high, they can seek help from the financial aid department of the varsity. It focuses on settling the issues that students face, and candidates can be assisted with scholarships, grants, and student loans. The average federal grant that comes from the college is around $6,318, whereas the financial aid is $30,380. Prospective students can benefit from state-level aid worth $2,191 as well as institutional aid worth $30,380. At OC, the total amount of need-based scholarships/grants awarded to students stands at $52,881,368 per year. On the other hand, the total non-need-based scholarships/grants offered in a year add up to $17,024,072.
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