Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I send my payment?
It depends how you want to pay:
- Checks can be sent to: Oberlin College, PO Box 75731, Cleveland OH 44101 (be sure to include Oberlin ID number on the bottom of the check for proper credit).
- International and domestic wires: Instructions can be sent to student's Oberlin email address by contacting the Office of Student Accounts at 440-775-8457.
- On-line payment: Click here for web based Payment.
What is included with the term bill statement?
In an effort to reduce our carbon footprint, we will be sending a minimal amount of bill inserts and encourage students and their families to visit our website for information and answers to many questions. The following information will be included:
- Term Bill Information insert with checklist
- Summary of the Student Health Program
- Office updates
What charges comprise the term bill statement?
Charges on the term bill consist of:
- Tuition
- Dining
- Housing
- Activity Fee
- Green EDGE Fund
- Student Health Insurance
Tuition, dining, and housing costs vary from student to student. Students may elect to decline the Student Health Insurance and/or the Green Edge Fund, provided the appropriate waivers have been submitted as required.
How can I waive the health insurance?
The Health Insurance Waiver Link will be available July 1, 2012 through Sept. 15, 2012. The deadline for waiving the insurance for the 2012/13 school year is Sept. 15, 2012.
What if I have other charges on my bill besides tuition, room, board, insurance, and the Green Edge fund?
Other departments within the College assess student related charges that may appear on the term bill. Please contact the specific department for details about the additional charge. In order to make any adjustments for the charge, the Office of Student Accounts must receive direct authorization from the department originating the fee. For your convenience, below is a list of commonly assessed departmental fees and follow-up contact information:
| Term Bill Questions/Payment Plans | Student Accounts | 440-775-8457 |
| Scholarship/Loan Inquiries | Financial Aid |
800-693-3173 440-775-8142 |
| Room and Board Charges |
Residential Education & Dining Services |
440-775-8472 |
| Key and Room Damage Fees |
Residential Education & Dining Services |
440-775-8472 |
| Grades and Transcripts | Registrar | 440-775-8450 |
| Over-Hour Charges | Registrar |
440-775-8450 |
| Verification of Enrollment | Registrar | 440-775-8450 |
| Safety/Security Fines | Safety and Security | 440-775-8911 |
What do I do if there is a credit on my term bill?
Credits can either be left on the account to pay for the following semester or they can be refunded. A written request/authorization is required by the person responsible for payment including student name, Oberlin ID number, amount requested, payee name, and address. Request/authorization must be signed and all other information clearly printed. The Parent Refund Request form can be submitted by regular mail, fax, or e-mail.
How is financial aid considered in the term bill statement?
Financial aid is applied to the account as it is received. Students may reduce the amount due by financial aid/awards they anticipate receiving and using toward the listed costs. Financial aid award letters are sent out by the Financial Aid office. If you have any questions regarding your financial aid, contact the Office of Financial Aid, (800) 693-3173 or (440) 775-8142.