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Reasons To Explore Oberlin

 

Start out at a student publication—end up at The New York Times or NPR!

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Whether you come to campus or engage with us virtually, there are many ways to experience the energy and passion of this amazing place—and of our amazing Obies.

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Pursue multiple passions and interests within a supportive, collaborative community. Take the first step on your path to Oberlin.

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Our student publications prepare you for a lifelong career in writing, editing, and publishing. Obies go on to work for organizations such as The New York Times, The New Yorker, or NPR, to name a few.

Communication Studies Major

Emily Nussbaum ’88

Connect with working journalists like Pulitzer Prize-winning critic and author Emily Nussbaum ’88 through career panels and campus programming.
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Local Internships

Gain hands-on experience and build your network through funded internships with public media organizations like Northeast Ohio’s NPR station.
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Think one person can change the world? So do we.

Areas of Study

Choose from 90+ majors in the College of Arts & Sciences and the Conservatory of Music—or create your own.

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Small-Town Charm

Oberlin students enjoy the best of both worlds: the coziness of a small town plus access to Cleveland just 35 minutes away.

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Affordability

We meet 100% of every family’s demonstrated financial need, and all admitted students receive at least $10,000 per year in renewable merit aid.

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