Reasons To Explore Oberlin
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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.
At Oberlin, you will make progress possible. You may coauthor a paper that lands in a major journal or present your findings at an industry conference. It happens all the time.
More Great Reasons
Winter Term: pick a project and Oberlin gives you January to pursue it.
Whoever you are, you’ll find your people here.
The Oberlin Arboretum is great for leisurely walks, hikes, or wildlife watching.
We’ve produced four Nobel Prize winners. You might be next!
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.
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.
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.
