Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
32.98%
SAT Average
1,440
ACT Range
30-33
Oberlin College Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 32.98%. This means approximately 330 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 2,950 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
32.98%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $64,646 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $64,646 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $84,230 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $39,184 | State avg: $17,854. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 8.84% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 32.92% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Oberlin College Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$64,646
Room and board
$18,942
Books and supplies
$1,908
Other expenses
$1,908
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$84,230
Average net price
$39,184
Average aid coverage
53%
$45,046 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Oberlin College pays approximately $39,184 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Ohio average of $17,854 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Oberlin College?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Ohio and national averages.
Oberlin College net price
$39,184
Ohio average
$17,854
National average
$17,506
Oberlin College Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $64,646 and average net price at $39,184. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$64,646
Current net price
$39,184
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
79.48%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$58,343
Undergraduates
2,950
10-Year Median Earnings - Oberlin College vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Oberlin College graduates earn about 1.3x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Oberlin College?
Undergraduates
2,950
Completion rate
79.48%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
8.84%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
32.92%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 8.84% of Oberlin College students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 32.92% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Oberlin College
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Oberlin College's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Oberlin College lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Oberlin College is listed at 70 N Professor St, Oberlin, OH 44074. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Oberlin College with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oberlin College | 32.98% | $64,646 | $39,184 | $58,343 |
| Chamberlain University-Ohio | 75.00% | $19,686 | $32,074 | $92,405 |
| Case Western Reserve University | 28.68% | $64,671 | $38,909 | $87,989 |
| Ohio Northern University | 73.35% | $37,800 | $25,727 | $80,928 |
| Four County Career Center | Not available | Not available | Not available | $77,338 |
Similar Schools in Oberlin
This local cluster focuses on nearby Oberlin schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Oberlin.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oberlin College's acceptance rate?
Oberlin College's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 32.98%.
How much is Oberlin College tuition?
Oberlin College's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $64,646.
What is Oberlin College's average net price?
Oberlin College's average net price in the local dataset is $39,184.
What does Oberlin College cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $19,257 for Oberlin College students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Oberlin College's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $58,343 for Oberlin College.
Is Oberlin College accredited?
Oberlin College's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Oberlin College?
The local dataset lists 2,950 undergraduate students at Oberlin College.
What percentage of Oberlin College students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Oberlin College in the local dataset is 8.84%.
What is the federal loan rate at Oberlin College?
The federal loan rate for Oberlin College in the local dataset is 32.92%.
Where should I verify Oberlin College data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Oberlin College or the latest official federal education data.