Oberlin College 990 Health Check

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Program ratio

Not enough public data

Fundraising ratio

Admin ratio

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Program ratio estimates the share of reported expenses used for programs. Fundraising ratio estimates fundraising expense share. Admin ratio estimates management and general expense share when the public fields reconcile.

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Public filing snapshot

Ratios use reported functional expenses when available and are only derived when the public fields reconcile with total expenses.

Total revenue$362,974,600

Contributions and grants$31,984,608

Program service revenue$256,127,556

Other revenue$43,109

Total expenses$344,444,539

Grants paid$111,342,784

Salaries and compensation$118,716,597

Program ratioNot reported

Fundraising ratio0%

Admin ratioNot reported

Total assets$2,233,785,743

Net assets$1,780,522,291

Total liabilities$453,263,452

Filing history

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990 2025

Revenue: $362,974,600
Expenses: $344,444,539
Program ratio: Not reported

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Program ratio: Not enough public data. Fundraising ratio: 0%. Admin ratio: Not enough public data.

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Mission and programs

Oberlin College and Conservatory educate students for lives of intellectual, musical and artistic rigor and breadth, sustained inquiry, creativity and innovation, and leadership. Oberlin aims to prepare graduates with the knowledge, skills, and perspectives essential to confront complex issues and to create change and value in the world. Oberlin is committed to educational access and opportunity, embraces a diverse and inclusive residential learning environment defined by a free and respectful exchange of ideas, and shares an enduring commitment to a sustainable and just society.

Public leadership

CARMEN AMBAR

PRESIDENT

40 hours/week · Reportable compensation: $592,962

CHARLENE DREW JARVIS

TRUSTEE