Course Catalog 2023-2024

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Accreditation

Oberlin College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a regional accreditation agency recognized by the United States Department of Education.

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Oberlin College has been approved to participate in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements.

Complaints

Oberlin College’s mission is to provide high quality, relevant education enabling the broadest possible community of learners to achieve their goals and enrich the world. However, if a conflict does arise, students are encouraged to reach out to appropriate personnel to discuss concerns, grievances, and complaints. Issues related to academic courses should be raised first with the instructor, then the instructor’s department chair, and finally the instructor’s dean, if necessary. More information regarding grievance procedures can be found here under the Campus Policies section. Issues related to sexual misconduct should be filed with the Title IX Coordinator.

If an issue cannot be resolved by Oberlin College’s internal processes, students may choose to file a complaint with the Ohio Department of Higher Education. Students who reside in other states may appeal to their state of residence.

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Catalog Information

Policy and program changes made since the 2022-23 catalog are outlined in the New for 2023-2024  section of this catalog.

Though every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this catalog at the time of publication, it is normal that during the academic year some revisions will be made regarding course listings and other information contained herein.

The effective dates for this edition of the catalog are from August 28, 2023, to August 23, 2024, inclusive.