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Oberlin College

Private nonprofit Oberlin, OH · Town · Great Lakes · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
80%
Graduation Rate
$58,343
Earnings (10yr)
$38,645
Net Price
34%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Oberlin College, with its enrollment of nearly 2,900 students, is an excellent fit for those passionate about the arts and sciences. If you’re drawn to fields like Visual and Performing Arts, Social Sciences, Biology, Psychology, or English, this might be the place for you. The acceptance rate is 34%, which means it attracts a selective group of students who are eager to engage in a vibrant academic community.

Life after graduation looks promising for Oberlin alumni, who earn an average of $58,343 a decade after finishing their degrees. This figure indicates that many graduates find fulfilling careers, although specific mobility data isn’t available. It’s worth noting that financial aid can make a significant difference, as only 10% of students receive Pell Grants, suggesting a diverse socioeconomic background among the student body.

When it comes to the practical side of attending Oberlin, the net price after aid is about $38,645, with a median debt load of $26,000. This financial scenario points to a manageable investment in education, especially for those who thrive in creative and intellectually stimulating environments. Students who do well here often value a close-knit community and a commitment to personal growth alongside academic achievement.

Rankings

How Oberlin Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation80%Earnings 10yr$58KNet Price$39KRetention91%Median Debt$26KPell Grant Rate10%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$19K$0-30K$16K$30-48K$22K$48-75K$49K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%417.9%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%2986.3%MOBILITY124.81%

Cost & Financial Aid

$67,366
In-State Tuition
$67,366
Out-of-State
$38,645
Avg Net Price
$26,000
Median Debt
10%
Pell Grant Rate
31%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$18,774
Family Income $0–$30K
$15,799
Family Income $30K–$48K
$22,123
Family Income $48K–$75K
$48,731
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$38,871
6 Years After Entry
$46,579
8 Years
$58,343
10 Years
0.45x
Debt-to-Earnings
53%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$38,871 6yr $46,579 8yr $58,343 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

124.81%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
2986.3%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
417.9%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$127,100
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.81
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.00
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
20.5%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Innovation

Data: Opportunity Insights Patent & Innovation Data

0.550%
Inventor Rate
12
Total Patents
34
Total Citations

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 34%
Retention Rate 91%
SAT Average 1447
ACT Midpoint 32
SAT Range 1360–1520
ACT Range 31–34
Full-Time Faculty 79%
Faculty Salary (mo) $11,232
Diversity Index 0.60
First-Gen Students 9%

Top Programs

Visual & Performing Arts 34%
Social Sciences 12%
Biology & Biomedical 10%
Psychology 5%
English & Literature 5%
Physical Sciences 5%
Computer Science & IT 4%
Mathematics & Statistics 2%