Conservatory Virtual Experience
Congratulations! You’ve been admitted to the Conservatory of Music. What’s next?
Immerse yourself in all things Obie and learn about the ways you’ll thrive here. As there will be more events to come, please check back here for updates.
COVID-19 Questions and Answers
Hear a message from President Ambar, and read about Oberlin’s plans for fall.
Oberlin Stage Left
There's one stage left—and we're making the most of it! Beginning April 14, join us for a series of online programs featuring Oberlin’s own faculty and students, as well as fascinating guests from around the globe.
Broadcasts are three times each week: Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday afternoons at 2 p.m. Most programs will also be available on demand.
Online Q&A Sessions
Last month, we offered various sessions about life as a conservatory or double degree student featuring one of our current students and staff from Conservatory Admissions, Academic Advising, and the Office of the Dean. These sessions highlighted what makes Oberlin the perfect place to pursue your academic and artistic pursuits.
See our first Q&A Session here.
Webinars
Our webinars cover a wide range of topics, and they include faculty, student, and/or staff panelists. We've recorded the webinars so you can watch them on demand for more information about Oberlin.
Spotify Playlists
The music never stops at Oberlin! Tap into the Oberlin soundtrack with these Spotify playlists curated by Oberlin students & staff:
- Current Obies pick some of their favorite songs by artists who they saw perform live at Oberlin
- The Oberlin Arts and Sciences Admissions staff reflect on the songs that defined their High School and College years
- Oberlin Conservatory staff members pick their favorite songs to sing along to
Information Overview
Josh Teaster, associate director of Conservatory Admissions, presents a talk very similar to the one people hear when they visit Oberlin. He outlines the defining characteristics of the school, gives a general overview of Oberlin's areas of study, shares helpful tips for how to research a school, and describes what the application and audition process is like. You'll also hear answers to some of our most frequently asked questions.
Virtual Tours
Recorded Conservatory tour: Oberlin is a place of intense creativity. Join our student guides for an insider’s view of the Conservatory complex, from our classrooms and performances venues to our social hubs and practice spaces.
Recorded campus tour: We’ll show you what it’s like to spend your college years in a place where you have room to breathe and the freedom to explore and apply new ideas. Join our student guides as they take you around our picturesque campus.
Aerial tour of campus: Get a bird’s eye view of our campus. Watch now.
360 degree virtual tour: An insider's view of campus hotspots. View now.
Walking tour map: This map highlights the places most central to student and academic life at Oberlin and sites that are historically and architecturally significant to our campus and town. Download the walking tour map.
Digital Brochures
Online Conservatory Viewbook: Oberlin offers one of the world’s most relevant undergraduate educations. Read about how we make connections between musical excellence, passion, and impact.