Overview
Enrollment
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Oberlin, Ohio |
| Online | oberlin.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize Suburban |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Oberlin, Ohio, Oberlin College is a small four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 10,597 prospective students applied, and 3,639 were granted admission. Of those admitted 864 enrolled in the school. 2,916 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 37 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $59,384 plus fees of $856. Oberlin is ranked 135 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Oberlin is rated within the top 25% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 8 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Oberlin College within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#135 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#105 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#4 in Best Colleges in Ohio
#4 in Best Private Colleges in Ohio
#390 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#19 in Best Value Colleges in Ohio
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1338/1460 |
| ACT | 30/34 |
| GPA | 3.67 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 15, 2024 |
| Applicant Competition | High |
| Application Fee | $100 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,908 |
| Other Fees | $856 |
| Room and Board | $17,854 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,500 |
| Total One Year Cost | $81,502 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Visual and Performing Arts | 26% |
| Social Sciences | 13% |
| Biology | 12% |
| English and Literature | 9% |
| Ethnic Studies | 9% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=204501 IPEDS survey data for Oberlin College.
Current students may use the Oberlin College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.