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Oberlin College is a private, liberal arts college located in Oberlin, Ohio, United States. It was established in 1833 by Presbyterian ministers. The college is a member of the Great Lakes Colleges Association and The Five Colleges of Ohio consortium: Ohio Wesleyan University, Denison University, Kenyon College, and The College of Wooster. Oberlin College offers a wide variety of degrees and programs in diverse areas of study.
Oberlin College’s publications are called the "Oberlin Review," "the Grape," and "In Solidarity." Oberlin’s athletics department sponsors more than 20 sports teams. They participate in the North Coast Athletic Conference (NCAC) Division III. Their sports teams are nicknamed the Yeomen and Yeowomen.
There are more programs of study at the school than you'll find at most colleges of similar size. There is a relatively broad range of courses and programs available at Oberlin. The most common major fields study at the school include science, mathematics, music, drama and performing arts, fine arts, liberal arts, and conservation and resource management.
Oberlin does not admit all applicants. Of people who applied to the school in 2007-2008, 33% were accepted. The middle range of verbal SAT scores in 2007-2008 was 640 to 740 for students at Oberlin. While math SAT scores among applicants varied, those accepted commonly had scores between 620 and 710.
One indicator of school quality is the number of students per professor, and here the school does well in comparison to most schools. Some professors at Oberlin are awarded tenure, allowing the school to retain good faculty members. Faculty salaries at the school are higher than most.
Oberlin, in 2007-2008, had 2,774 students (2,724 full-time equivalent).
The school is not thought of as a commuter school, and many students live on campus or nearby. Dorm living is common. The school makes available student meal plans. Athletic teams at Oberlin belong to the North Coast Athletic Conference for major sports.
More complete details are provided below.
Oberlin College
70 N Professor St
Oberlin, OH 44074
General Phone: (440) 775-8411
http://www.oberlin.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 268 | political science, English, history, East Asian studies, economics, creative writing, sociology, comparative literature, ... |
| Music | 144 | music performance, various music studies, music theory and composition, music history and theory |
| Science | 72 | biology, biochemistry, geology, physics, chemistry |
| Religion and Philosophy | 33 | philosophy, religion, Jewish studies |
| Medicine | 31 | neuroscience |
| Therapy and Counseling | 28 | psychology |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 26 | environmental studies |
| Fine Arts | 24 | fine arts, art history and criticism |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 15 | drama, various performing arts, dance |
| Photography and Commercial Art | 11 | film studies |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 10 | computer and info science |
| Law | 7 | legal professions |
| Mathematics | 7 | mathematics |
| Education and Teaching | 6 | music teaching |
| Engineering | 4 | various engineering courses, archeology |
Number of programs and degrees for Oberlin in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 670 | 49 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 7 | 1 |
| Master's degree | 6 | 4 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 3 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Oberlin had a total enrollment of 2,774 students (2,724 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 46% |
| Women | 54% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Graduate | 0% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 75% |
| Black | 6% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 8% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 6% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3% |
| 18-19 | 47% |
| 20-21 | 42% |
| 22-24 | 7% |
| 25-29 | 1% |
| 30-34 | 0% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 92 % |
| Part-Time | 94 % |
Oberlin offers campus housing for 2,400 of its 2,724 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Oberlin, Ohio for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Ohio Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 7,006 | 2,288 | 33% | 768 | 34% |
| Men | 2,962 | 987 | 33% | 350 | 35% |
| Women | 4,044 | 1,301 | 32% | 418 | 32% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 640 | 740 |
| SAT Math | 620 | 710 |
| SAT Writing | 640 | 730 |
| ACT Composite | 27 | 32 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 83% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 42% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | recommended |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 38,280 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 38,280 |
| Room and board | $ 9,870 |
| Room charge | $ 5,150 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,720 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,808 |
| Other expenses | $ 700 |
Financial Aid:
Oberlin participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 308600)
Oberlin has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 79 | $114,194 | 31 | $106,594 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 62 | $87,088 | 43 | $84,903 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 37 | $64,836 | 47 | $60,253 |
| Instructor | academic year | 4 | $59,129 | 9 | $49,792 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 182 | $93,716 | 130 | $78,732 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | North Coast Athletic Conference |
| Basketball | North Coast Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | North Coast Athletic Conference |
| Track | North Coast Athletic Conference |
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Dance, General
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
Visual and Performing Arts, Other
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Music Teacher Education
ENGINEERING
Archeology
Engineering, Other
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LAW
Legal Professions and Studies, Other
LIBERAL ARTS
African-American/Black Studies
Ancient/Classical Greek Language and Literature
Anthropology
Area Studies, Other
Classics/Classical Languages, Lit & Linguistics, General
Comparative Literature
Creative Writing
East Asian Studies
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
German Language and Literature
History, General
Latin American Studies
Latin Language and Literature
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Russian Language and Literature
Russian Studies
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Women's Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MUSIC
Music History, Literature, and Theory
Music Performance, General
Music Theory and Composition
Music, Other
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Film/Cinema Studies
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Jewish/Judaic Studies
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Geology/Earth Science, General
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Oberlin Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in conservation and resource management (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
Notable:
Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching NCAA athletic conference member
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