by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Oberlin degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Oberlin measures up.
Oberlin is ranked #3,093 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Ohio, it ranks #137 of 139 for value.
Among the majors Oberlin offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| East Asian Studies | #29 of 30 |
| Latin American Studies | #38 of 39 |
| American U.S. Studies | #43 of 45 |
| Jazz Studies | #59 of 64 |
| Music Technology | #59 of 65 |
| Area Studies | #62 of 63 |
| Political and Social Sciences | #62 of 63 |
| African American Studies | #71 of 74 |
| Women's Studies | #71 of 74 |
| Other Music | #73 of 78 |
Read the full Oberlin value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Oberlin College is ranked #19 out of #143 in Ohio for quality and #137 out of #139 for Ohio value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Oberlin financial aid page to be sure.
Oberlin College is ranked #3,093 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Oberlin College is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Oberlin costs about $40,108. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $160,431 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $87,404 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $38,645 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $40,108 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $160,431 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the Oberlin net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Oberlin degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $349,616 | — | — |
| All Students | $160,431 | #3,093 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $154,580 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $349,616 | — | — |
| All Students | $160,431 | #137 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $154,580 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Oberlin shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $19,257 |
| $30K–$48K | $13,640 |
| $48K–$75K | $23,475 |
| $75K–$110K | $36,946 |
| Over $110K | $48,245 |
About 97% of Oberlin undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $37,626 per year. Get more details on the Oberlin financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Oberlin cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.