30K is definitely right on for a small liberal arts school. I go to another school in Ohio really close by to Oberlin. I also looked into going there though. I agree that you get more out of what you put into the school. If you try to enjoy and challenge yourself at your school then you'll do that, it doesn't seem that either place would really be a clear cut "right choice".
Also my experience with kids from Oberlin has been pretty disappointing. From my experiences they tend to be a bit stuck up and just annoying. It's also an incredibly liberal school, so that could be either a plus or a minus based on your own beliefs.
I would just say don't sweat it. Find people you like at whatever school you go to and you'll have a great time.
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