2024 Oberlin College Scholarships

Oberlin College net price is at $32,061.00 per year and will likely continue climbing like all colleges around the U.S. There are various ways to combat the steep rises in college tuition, and scholarships can be a key ingredient in reducing the overall cost of Oberlin College. Oberlin College awards an average of $26,579.00 to each student, which can help alleviate some of the financial burden. However, most families will need to find other sources of funding to bridge the remaining tuition gap. In addition to the annual tuition, Oberlin College students can expect to pay $N/A in housing costs and $N/A in meal plan costs - if you chose to live in the surrounding area of Oberlin, then those costs could be even higher.

83% of full-time students receive local or institutional grants with an average award size of $28,876.00. Furthermore, 11% of students receive federal grants with an average amount of $5,700.00.

The numbers seem bleak and, truthfully, they are for most average American families. Luckily, the scholarships below are open to Oberlin College students, with the goal of helping to afford a college education. Some scholarships may be specifically provided by Oberlin College while others are open to Oberlin College students, though not exclusive to Oberlin College.

How much total award money and scholarships are available for Oberlin College students?

There are 12 scholarships totaling $62,000.00 available to residents. You can easily browse through all 12 scholarships below.

What types of scholarships are available for Oberlin College students?

Each scholarship below may have different requirements and guidelines. While some of the Oberlin College scholarships can only be used for specific purposes, many of them can be used for all types of expenses including supplies, tuition, room and board and more. Furthermore, this list can include Oberlin College study abroad scholarships, Oberlin College transfer scholarships, and Oberlin College merit scholarships.

Are these scholarships for Oberlin College study abroad?

At least a few of these scholarships below can be put toward Oberlin College study abroad. If the scholarship does not specify a specific purpose or use of funds, then it is most likely eligible. You can double-check with the scholarship provider to confirm.

What scholarships are available to Oberlin College transfer students?

The ScholarshipPoints and Scholarship Owl scholarships, at least, are open to Oberlin College transfer students and the funds can be put toward all types of expenses. Oberlin College transfer students face the same financial pressures as normal students, and scholarships providers are well-aware of the need for Oberlin College transfer scholarships.

Are these Oberlin College scholarships limited by major?

You’ll need to check each scholarship’s own guidelines to determine if it is restricted to a specific major. However, most scholarships in this database are open to all students - some scholarships may only be open to certain students based on geographic criteria or areas of interest but they should be clearly marked. Whether you’re a nursing student, honors student, engineering major, or studying another discipline, chances are you’ll find at least 1 scholarship for you.

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Ohio Newspapers Foundation Douthit Award
Sponsor:
Ohio Newspapers Foundation
Applicant must be a graduate from a high school in Cuyahoga, Lorain, Huron, Erie, Wood, Geauga, Sandusky, Ottawa, or Lucas Counties who is enrolled as a sophomore, junior, or senior at an Ohio college or university. Applicant must be majoring in a field relevant to the newspaper industry, particularly journalism, advertising,...
Deadline:
March 31
$1,500.00
NTA Ohio Scholarship
Sponsor:
Tourism Cares
Applicant must be a permanent resident of Ohio, enrolled as a full-time or part-time undergraduate student in a travel-and-tourism- or hospitality- related program of study at an accredited two-year or four-year college or university in the Ohio, with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Applicants enrolled in a two-year college, will be entering...
Deadline:
April 1
$1,000.00
QuestBridge National College Match Scholarship
Sponsor:
QuestBridge
Applicant must be a high school seniors. Primary selection criteria are academic achievement and low-income status. Specific income thresholds are not used, but various factors are considered, including total family income, family size, and extenuating circumstances. Historically, most award recipients have come from households earning under $60,000 per year.
Deadline:
September 27
$48,000.00
James R. Hunt Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor:
Community Foundation of Greater Lorain County
Applicant must be a full-time undergraduate or graduate student enrolled in a Ohio institution pursuing a path of providing service to others, by virtue of their majority field of study, career plan, or demonstrated service to the community. FAFSA and Student Aid Report are required. Award amount is determined by committee....
Deadline:
March 1
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Education Foundation Scholarship
Sponsor:
American Advertising Federation -- Cleveland
Applicant must be pursuing an associate's or bachelor's degree with a communications/marketing-related major (such as advertising, marketing, graphic design, photography, interactive marketing, copywriting, public relations, web design, media planning, etc.) at an Ohio college or university. Applicant must be enrolled in their junior or senior year and live in Ohio, and...
Deadline:
October 28
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Nurse Education Assistance Loan Program
Sponsor:
Ohio Board of Regents, Office of Financial Aid
Applicant must be an Ohio resident enrolled or accepted for enrollment at an approved Ohio nurse education program with financial need. Applicant must intent to serve as a nurse after graduation or nurse who intents to serve as an instructor in Ohio.
Deadline:
July 15
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Dr. Allen Smith Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor:
The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio
Applicant must be a graduating senior from Jackson City High School who will attend a four-year college or university in Ohio. Financial need must be demonstrated.
Deadline:
March 31
$3,000.00
Larry and Doris Clark Scholarship
Sponsor:
Wayne County Community Foundation
Applicant must be a graduating senior from Orrville High School who will attend a college or university in Ohio. Financial need must be demonstrated.
Deadline:
April 15
$1,500.00
University Journalism Scholarship
Sponsor:
Ohio Newspapers Foundation
Applicant must be enrolled as a sophomore, junior, or senior at an Ohio college or university. Applicant must be majoring in a field relevant to the newspaper industry, particularly journalism, advertising, marketing, or a communications degree program. Minimum 2.5 GPA and college transcript required.
Deadline:
March 31
$1,500.00
ONWA Annual Scholarship
Sponsor:
Ohio Newspapers Foundation
Applicant can be male or female and must be enrolled as a junior or senior at an Ohio college or university. Applicant must be majoring in a field relevant to the newspaper industry, particularly journalism, advertising, marketing, or a communications degree program. Minimum 2.5 GPA.
Deadline:
March 31
$1,500.00
Minority Journalism Scholarship
Sponsor:
Ohio Newspapers Foundation
Applicant must be a graduating senior at an Ohio high school who will be a freshman at an Ohio college or university. Applicant must be African-American, Hispanic, Asian American, or American Indian who plans to major in a field relevant to the newspaper industry, particularly journalism, advertising, marketing, or a communications...
Deadline:
March 31
$1,500.00
Oberlin College - National Merit Scholarship
Sponsor:
Oberlin College
Applicant must be a National Merit Finalist who has designated Oberlin College as his or her first-choice institution when completing the scholarship application. Applicants may change their top-choice selection by logging onto the Online Scholarship Application (OSA) website. Applicant must take the PSAT/NMSQT in the specified year of the high school...
Deadline:
December 5
$2,500.00
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