Overview

Studying the Violin at Oberlin College & Conservatory means immersing yourself in opportunities to play diverse repertoire and work with highly esteemed faculty.

Whether you envision yourself as a soloist, chamber artist, or full-size orchestra performer, you’ll find incredible spaces and facilities for rehearsing, learning, and nurturing your career as a musician.

With an undergraduate-focused program, our goal is to cultivate your virtuosity and build meaningful connections through private lessons, coaching, instrumental technique, and more.

Large ensembles

Oberlin boasts several premier large ensembles, so you have ample opportunities every semester to perform and train for a career in full-size concert halls. The Oberlin Orchestra, for example, is an undergraduate ensemble that can be heard on several recordings and has embarked on national and international tours during Winter Term. From classical to contemporary selections, you’ll play from a wide range of musical traditions, helping you grow into an accomplished, well-rounded artist.

During your four years of study, you’ll play in large ensembles all eight semesters.

About the Conservatory of Music

Oberlin Conservatory opens a world of possibilities: mentorship from esteemed faculty, exposure to transformative programs and visiting artists, access to exemplary facilities, and countless opportunities to perform⁠—on campus and beyond!

With a focus on the undergraduate musician, you'll expand your artistic flexibility and increase your exposure through music spanning a world of styles.

With majors ranging from historical performance to electronic music, and more than 40 areas of private study, Oberlin Conservatory transforms talented undergraduate musicians into disciplined professionals.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Music Theory
Aural Skills
Principal Private Study
Hist and Lit of Music
Historical Performance
Violin

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Oberlin, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Audition required; musical ability is the primary factor in admission.
Submission of TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo scores for applicants whose first language is not English.
TOEFL iBT below 60 makes BM applicants less competitive.
Screening materials (recordings, portfolio) may be required before an audition, depending on major.
Placement testing in Theory and Aural Skills occurs after admission but is required for proper placement.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

68340 USD / year

≈ 68340 USD / year
Out-of-State

68340 USD / year

≈ 68340 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

68340 USD / year

≈ 68340 USD / year

Living costs

Oberlin

United States

1070 - 1765 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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