The Conservatory Experience for Accepted Students
Welcome to Oberlin Conservatory of Music!
For more than 150 years, Oberlin Conservatory has been at the forefront of nurturing countless talented musicians, just like you.
Get to know more about Oberlin by exploring the virtual events below. Our students, faculty, and staff are excited to help you find your path here in the conservatory—where creativity flourishes and extraordinary careers begin.
Visit Campus
Admitted students and their families are invited to come to campus during All Roads Lead to Oberlin.
All Roads Preview Days
April 1, 5, 12, 19, 22
We encourage you to get to know us better during one of these five dates, which will feature opportunities to attend classes; take campus tours; learn about conservatory resources; interact with faculty, staff, and students; and meet fellow members of the incoming class for this fall! We recommend that you visit on Fridays when there are opportunities to sit in on ensemble rehearsals and attend performances. Come and experience the distinct feel of the Oberlin community.
You are also welcome to visit campus outside of these preview days. We will be offering tours and information sessions for admitted students on other weekdays in late March and throughout April. Class visits, rehearsals, studio visits and other activities will also be available for admitted students on most of these days.
Planning for Your Visit
Engage with Oberlin Virtually
Whether or not you are able to come for an in-person campus visit, we encourage you and your family to engage with Oberlin virtually. We invite you to participate in a variety of live sessions throughout March and April that are designed to help you connect with Oberlin’s students, faculty, campus, curriculum, and culture.
Join us for these one-time sessions to hear from faculty, staff, and current students about what makes Oberlin unique. Please note that these sessions will not be recorded. All times are listed in EDT (UTC -4).
Class Welcome and Intro to Oberlin | March 27, 7:00 PM
Conservatory Parents' Panel | April 2, 7:00 PM
Conservatory Student Experience Panel | April 3, 7:00 PM
Choral Ensembles & Opera Theater Overview | April 9, 7:00 PM
Orchestral and Chamber Music Ensembles Overview | April 10, 7:00 PM
Student Life Panel | April 10, 7:00 PM
Diversity in the Conservatory Discussion and Q&A | April 15, 7:00 PM
Jazz Ensembles Overview | April 17, 7:00 PM
Historical Performance Ensembles Overview | April 23, 7:00 PM
Housing & Dining Webinar | April 23, 7:00 PM
Students will need to log into their applicant portal to register for these events.
Keep an eye on your email inbox! Invitations and registration for virtual instrument specific studio hangs will be sent in the coming weeks. These events will provide the opportunity to meet classmates from the incoming class for this fall and have questions answered by current Obies in your specific instrument area.
Conservatory Admissions Counselor Chats
Have a one-on-one conversation with conservatory admissions staff about any questions regarding the school or the process to enroll, if you haven't already! Each drop-in chat is scheduled for 15 minutes. Parents are welcome. Register here to schedule an appointment (students will schedule through their applicant portal):
Financial Aid Appointments
Answers to commonly asked financial aid questions can be found on our Financial Aid website. If you would like to speak with a counselor from the Financial Aid Office, virtual appointments are available via Zoom on weekdays. Register here to schedule an appointment (students will need to log into their applicant portal):
Chat with a Financial Aid Officer
Oberlin on Stage
Each year, Oberlin Conservatory presents nearly 500 performances and streams roughly 400 concerts live from eight campus venues. These webcasts showcase student ensembles and degree recitals as well as select performances by faculty and guest artists. The concerts are free and are available online only during the performance time.
Throughout the week, you can hear performances featuring students in our Jazz Studies division, the Oberlin Orchestra, and small ensembles.
Interested in learning more about Oberlin on your own time? Check out our YouTube Channel for a variety of virtual campus tours, webinars, and recordings of past concerts.
Need More Information?
If you have questions, we're here to help! Contact admissions at 440-775-8413 or conservatory.admissions@oberlin.edu. You can also reach out to Financial Aid or Housing if you have specific questions for those offices.