For International Students
Photo credit: Cady Hurlbert
Obies From Around the World
We talked to international students about their Oberlin experiences. Here’s what they had to say.
Karthik Ranganadhan '26
New Delhi, India
"The #1 piece of advice I would give to any student is to go to [faculty] office hours. They are the most fabulous resource for learning more about your professors, classes, and various interests..."
Gian Ghai Espadas '26
Singapore
"I was really interested in finding a place where I could purse my interest in math and science but still have a college that really valued music."
Zeynep Kaya '26
Istanbul, Turkey
"Everyone on this campus wants you to explore your true self... at Oberlin you just need to be yourself and you're going to feel like you belong here as soon as you share your talents with other people."
Student Perspectives
Hear how other international students have found their home at Oberlin.
International Obie News
We’re proud to highlight international students at the center of inspiring work during and after their time at Oberlin. You could be one of them!
Alli Roshni Wins Nexial Prize for 2023
Fourth-year biology and economics major from Delhi, India, has been named the winner of Oberlin’s 2023 Nexial Prize
Photo credit: Tanya Rosen-Jones
Paintbrush Empowerment
The first-year Oberlin student learned to paint from his late father back in their homeland of Zambia
Photo credit: Courtesy of Mufalo Mufalo
Research Profiles
These students were featured for their faculty-mentored research projects.
Abby Tejera Rocha ’25
Maldonado, Uruguay
Abby is majoring in Physics with a concentration in Astrophysics and Computer Science. She conducts research in Professor Jillian Scudder's lab. Her research is titled "Research about metallicities in different galaxies".
Ankit Barana ’25
Jaipur, India
Ankit Barana is a Neuroscience and Computer Science major conducting mentored research under Professor Leslie Kwakye. His project is titled “Neural Mechanisms of Attentional Alteration to Multisensory Speech Perception".
Haoyuan Gao ’24
Beijing, China
Haoyuan Gao is a Biology and Neuroscience major conducting mentored research under Professor Christopher Howard. His project is titled “Characterizing striatal patch-dopamine interactions in freely-moving mice".
More Campus Resources
Explore Oberlin's offices, programs, and other resources designed to support students like you!
Career Exploration and Development
We can help you explore and identify fields of interest, write resumes and cover letters that follow accepted U.S. standards, and prepare for interviews.
Multicultural Resource Commons
The MRC provides programs and services that affirm and promote equity for students of color, LGBTQ+ students, and first-generation college students.
Cooper International Learning Center
The Paul and Edith Cooper International Learning Center enables students to build proficiency in world languages, consider new perspectives, and explore cultures.
English for Speakers of Other Languages
Oberlin College offers several resources specifically designed to assist students who are speakers of other languages with writing in English for the American academic context.
The International Orientation Program
Meet new and returning international students while learning about cultural and academic adjustments, and everyday life in Oberlin and the United States.
Study Away
We offer a curated portfolio of over one hundred programs designed to engage Obies in rigorous academic experiences while expanding their contemporary cultural horizons.
Internship+ Program
Internship+ ensures that all students, regardless of background, can access experiences that enrich their academic pursuits and help them launch successfully from Oberlin.
Scholarships for International Students
Oberlin meets 100 percent of demonstrated financial need, making an Oberlin education accessible to students from all financial backgrounds.
Ready to apply?
Discover what you need to apply to Oberlin, including important admissions deadlines, financial aid information, and more.
