Today, the phrase “Ivy League” connotes prestige, tradition, and power….What Are the Hidden Ivies?

While Oberlin was coeducational from its founding in 1833, the college regularly admitted black students beginning in 1835, after trustee and abolitionist, the Rev. John Keep, cast the deciding vote to allow them entry.

Oberlin’s campus does test Christians. Any campus tests Christians. Some people believe that it’s more difficult to hold onto your faith once you get to college.

The enrolled student population at Oberlin College is 60.4% White, 8.38% Hispanic or Latino, 7.82% Two or More Races, 5.41% Black or African American, 4.4% Asian, 0.0349% Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders, and 0% American Indian or Alaska Native.

2,978 (2014)

36.4% (2020)

Student health insurance is available for purchase at a cost of $1,924 for the 2020-21 academic year, billed in the fall semester….Estimated Student Charges.

Arts and Sciences Scholarships: Oberlin offers merit-based scholarships for admitted students based on academic achievements and contributions to the student’s school and home community. Students selected to receive merit-based scholarships will be notified by the Office of Admissions at the time of admission.