This college will open your mind and shift your paradigm.
You will be exposed to world class art (Oberlin Conservatory and Creative Writing Department, etc.)
You will be exposed to wonderfully diverse community that champions social justice.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
If you come to this school with an open mind and an open heart you'll fall in love.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
It's set just right; hard enough that you need to put in some time and pay attention in class, but not so much that your social life is crushed.
Besides, professors are always available and willing in case you find a class particularly tough.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
While at times Dorm Life may feel pretty impersonal, the atmosphere is calm and private ���¢�������� meaning, you can do whatever you want and no one's going to bother you too much about it.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
Stevie's is great, but if you don't jive with it, food co-ops are the way to go.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
Have deep and nerdy conversations about anything and everything. If you like to debate touchy issues such as race, gender, or class, this is the school for you.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Definitely. But it is true that Oberlin is a bit pricey.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
Safer Sex Night is fantastic.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
A nerdy passionate intellectual who wants to have an impact on the world and isn't afraid to dream.
Also hipsters or anyone who's never fit in anywhere else.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
Plenty of stuff to get involved in.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
No greek life at Oberlin, but we like it that way.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
This college will open your mind and shift your paradigm. You will be exposed to world class art (Oberlin Conservatory and Creative Writing Department, etc.) You will be exposed to wonderfully diverse community that champions social justice.
If you come to this school with an open mind and an open heart you'll fall in love.
It's set just right; hard enough that you need to put in some time and pay attention in class, but not so much that your social life is crushed. Besides, professors are always available and willing in case you find a class particularly tough.
While at times Dorm Life may feel pretty impersonal, the atmosphere is calm and private ���¢�������� meaning, you can do whatever you want and no one's going to bother you too much about it.
Stevie's is great, but if you don't jive with it, food co-ops are the way to go.
Have deep and nerdy conversations about anything and everything. If you like to debate touchy issues such as race, gender, or class, this is the school for you.
Definitely. But it is true that Oberlin is a bit pricey.
Safer Sex Night is fantastic.
A nerdy passionate intellectual who wants to have an impact on the world and isn't afraid to dream. Also hipsters or anyone who's never fit in anywhere else.
Plenty of stuff to get involved in.
No greek life at Oberlin, but we like it that way.
There's never been a major issue.