Oberlin College

There is no typical Oberlin College student. We all come from different walks of life, different states, and different countries. Some students were born into upper middle class families while...

If you're looking for a Division One school where every student cannot sleep the night before because Homecoming is around the corner, Oberlin might not be the place for you. Though our Athletics...

Excellent music program and events, much cultural diversity to be had. I would not go again because I became part of a community while there which was not represented at Oberlin.

There is a bit of separation between the Liberal Arts and Conservatory worlds. I don't think it can be avoided given the curricula, but it makes for a bit of social compartmentalization.

Excellent learning environment in and out of the classroom. A student body from all over the country with a variety of exceptional talents. Wonderful discussions over lunch and dinner and late...

Cost. Since I was a student 1985-1989, the costs have risen dramatically. I think a truly great liberal arts education was worth $15K per year (room/board books travel included), I am not sure...