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Reasons To Explore Oberlin

 

Hang a real Picasso, Matisse, or Miró in your dorm room for $5!

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Explore

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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Apply

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

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An Oberlin College tradition since 1940, Art Rental invites students to live with an original work of art for a semester. Choose from over 400 works by notable artists.


More Great Reasons

You can hear a folk band, an orchestra, and a jazz trio all on the same night.

Teach a class or learn about anything from ToadsCo to SwiftCo through Experimental College.

Discover your new favorite artist at one of the best college art museums in the nation

We will accept you exactly as you are and make you feel like family.

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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