Admissions Overview
The admission process at Oberlin College has a 33% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $100. Oberlin College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
33%
Selective
Application Volume
11,039
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
21%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Oberlin College has a 33% 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
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredOther 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 35% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,370 to 1,510. Additionally, about 19% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 30 to 33.
SAT Scores
35% of students submitted400
1600
1370 – 1510
200
800
700 – 760
200
800
670 – 750
ACT Scores
19% of students submitted1
36
30 – 33
1
36
32 – 35
1
36
28 – 35
Admission Statistics
11,039 students applied to OBERLIN. Of those, 33% were accepted (3,641 students). Of these 3,641 accepted students, 779 chose to enroll.
11,039
Total Applicants
3,641
Students Admitted
779
Students Enrolled
33%
Acceptance Rate