Admissions Overview
The admission process at Oberlin College has a 35% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $100. Oberlin College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
35%
Selective
Application Volume
11,066
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
23%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Oberlin College has a 35% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $100. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Oberlin College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$100
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Other Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Oberlin College. About 37% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,360 to 1,530. Additionally, about 22% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 30 to 33.
SAT Scores
37% of students submitted400
1600
1360 – 1530
200
800
690 – 760
200
800
670 – 770
ACT Scores
22% of students submitted1
36
30 – 33
1
36
33 – 35
1
36
27 – 32
Admission Statistics
11,066 students applied to OBERLIN. Of those, 35% were accepted (3,859 students). Of these 3,859 accepted students, 882 chose to enroll.
11,066
Total Applicants
3,859
Students Admitted
882
Students Enrolled
35%
Acceptance Rate