Acceptance rate
34.2%
Oberlin College
Admission Chances & Acceptance Rate
Oberlin is a private college in Ohio with about 3,000 students and a 34% acceptance rate. It's known for visual and performing arts, which account for over one-third of degrees awarded. Tuition is substantial at roughly $84,000 annually, though the average net price after aid is about $46,500. The six-year graduation rate is 81%.
Enrollment
2,992
Test policy
optional
Grad rate (6-yr)
81%
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The middle 50% of admitted students (25th–75th percentile), self-reported by the school.
SAT (combined)
1360 – 1520
ACT (composite)
31 – 34
GPA
Not published
$ What You'll Actually Pay
Average yearly net price after grants & scholarships, by family income (federal cohort averages — not a personal quote).
$0–30k
$18,774
family income
$30–48k
$15,799
family income
$48–75k
$22,123
family income
$75–110k
$29,207
family income
$110k+
$48,731
family income
10% receive Pell grants
31% take federal loans
✦ Strongest Programs
The fields Oberlin College graduates the most students in — a signal of depth, faculty, and alumni networks.
Visual & Performing Arts
34.1%
Social Sciences
12.2%
Biology
10.1%
Ethnic & Cultural Studies
5.3%
English
5.2%
↗ Outcomes
School-level averages across all students who enrolled (College Scorecard). Not a personal forecast.
Earnings (10 yr)
$58,343
Earnings (6 yr)
$38,871
Completion
81%
Retention
91%
Median debt
$26,000
? Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Oberlin College?
Oberlin College has an acceptance rate of 34.2%, making it selective.
What SAT score do you need for Oberlin College?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 1360 and 1520 on the SAT. The ACT range is 31–34.
How much does Oberlin College actually cost?
After grants and scholarships, the average net price for the lowest income band is $18,774 per year, rising to $48,731 for families earning $110k+. These are federal cohort averages, not a personal quote.
What are my chances of getting into Oberlin College?
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