GREATNESS lies beyond the classroom

uc.edu This is where YOU START This is where YOU START Experience is calling. Experience is calling. Find yours.

We believe the walls of a Over $75 million in classroom should never confine collective co-op earnings. you or your education. That’s why (2019–2020) every Cincinnati student participates in experience-based learning:

#1 for return on cooperative education / educational investment. internships / service learning / (Mic) study abroad / capstone projects / research / artistic performance Global birthplace of co-op. We invented it in 1906.

100% student participation Before you graduate, you’ll: in experience-based learning. • build a résumé that sets you apart • make connections that can lead to job offers Over the past • learn what you like most about your field five years, UC has consistently • gain the confidence that only experience provides sent 1,500+ students abroad » uc.edu/careereducation each year.

uc.edu 5 Nearly 7,500 FULL-TIME PLACEMENTS and over $75 MILLION IN CO-OP EARNINGS (2019–2020) Make an

The University of Cincinnati invented cooperative Co-op Schedule impact. education (co-op) over 110 years ago and has been a Undergraduate programs leader in experience-based learning ever since. While featuring co-op typically there are too many companies to list that have partnered take 5 years to complete: 4 years studying at UC with Cincinnati co-op students, the list below will give (paying tuition) and 12–18 you an idea of the types and scope of companies our months of employment (no students work with. tuition payments).

YEAR 1 Fall Spring Summer Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill Architecture (Chicago) school school break Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) (Washington D.C.)

Delta Air Lines, Inc (Georgia) YEAR 2 The Dow Chemical Company (Michigan) Fall Spring Summer Eileen Fisher (New York) school co-op school General Electric (Chicago) JCPenney (Dallas-Ft. Worth) YEAR 3 Marathon Petroleum Company LP (Georgia) Fall Spring Summer co-op school co-op Mercedes Benz (Germany) Pfizer Consumer Health Care(Washington D.C.) YEAR 4 The Washington Post (Washington D.C.) Fall Spring Summer Wrigley (Chicago) school co-op co-op Tesla Motors (California) Toyota (Dallas-Ft. Worth) YEAR 5 Turner Construction (New York) Fall Spring school school 6 UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI TOP Fortune 500 Companies that Make an employ recent graduates Kroger, Target, FedEx, General Electric, Delta impact. Air Lines, Duke Energy, Best Buy, Johnson & …On Day One! Johnson, L3 Technologies, Lockheed Martin Our grads step out into the world with a diploma and a résumé. Average starting salary of $43,806 It’s no wonder they’re more than ready for what’s next. Employed in 50 states (including Washington D.C.) and numerous countries

MicKenzi (Coshocton, OH) Class of 2022, Urban Planning

Coming to the University of Cincinnati opened my eyes to so many different people and opportunities. In just three short years I have learned more about myself and my identity than ever before. The opportunities here are truly endless, from internships and co-ops, to student clubs and organizations, and even different things to do on the weekend. Diversity at Cincinnati goes beyond the classroom and student body. I could not imagine being anywhere else than here!"

uc.edu 7 Live inspired.

No rest for the ‘wow factor.’ Since our campus master plan was first set #1 CAMPUS in motion in 1989, we’ve never stopped RECREATION innovating our living and learning spaces. CENTER –Best College Reviews The most ambitious campus-design program in the country. —The New York Times

With a mix of traditional brick and modern buildings, open creative spaces, and collaborative learning zones, it’s easy to find inspiration anywhere around campus.”

—Robert Becker (Richfield, OH) Class of 2020, Biomedical Engineering

8 UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI IT’S A PLACE LIKE NO OTHER. From award-winning architecture to a defined, urban campus near an active downtown, Cincinnati is designed to energize and encourage. inspired. You might call it amazing. You’ll definitely call it home.

One of the world’s most beautiful campuses. —Forbes

uc.edu 9 It’s all here. The Bearcat Promise Deciding “what you want to do” doesn’t end with picking a major. It requires ongoing assessment, exploration, and planning. That’s why UC has developed the Bearcat Promise—a student-centered model based on faculty and staff support to help you prepare for your ideal future. Beyond traditional academics, the Bearcat Promise combines self-directed learning, mentor support, and technologies to help you reach your long-term goals. Our promise means you’ll actively co-design a personalized path that reflects your aspirations, talents, and priorities. You’ll graduate with a diploma and your very own professional development plan. It’s just one more reason that greatness lies beyond the classroom—and this is where you start.

Make campus home! Welcome Week, First-Year Experience, programs that foster an inclusive community, over 500 student organizations, Over 100 and other activities will introduce you to campus and the learning world around you. » uc.edu/campus-life communities

Explore your options & confirm your choices. Research, co-op, internships, study abroad, and service learning all help you confirm that you’re on the right path. 70+ cultural A plan to stay on track. student orgs Academic and pre-professional advising, success workshops, devoted to Office of Nationally Competitive Awards, capstone projects, building a Just career services, and other support services work in concert Community. to make sure you begin your career with a solid foundation. » campuslink.uc.edu

10 UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI UC at a glance (2019-2020)

46,388 Total Enrollment 38,378 Uptown (Main) Campus Total 27,488 Uptown (Main) Campus Undergraduates 5,172 UC Blue Ash Campus Undergraduates 2,838 UC Clermont Campus Undergraduates

And, it’s UPTOWN CAMPUS DEMOGRAPHICS here for all. Undergraduates Selected for the Higher 15.1% 4.6% 21.0% Education EXCELLENCE Multicultural International Out-of-State IN DIVERSITY AWARD, and named a DIVERSITY CHAMPION (Insight Into 17:1 STUDENT–FACULTY RATIO CLASS SIZE Diversity), Cincinnati is 14.5% faculty & staff of color on among a select group of 82.7% Uptown Campus Fewer than institutions nationwide 50 students receiving such recognition. RETENTION RATE 3.9% uc.edu/inclusion Over 100 students » 88.2%

FIRST-YEAR CLASS FIRST-YEAR APPLICANTS OFFERED ADMISSION TO: PROFILE (MAIN CAMPUS, (Fall 2020 Entry Term) MID-50%) 61.0% First choice major 66.9% First or second choice major GPA 3.4–4.00 78.1% Uptown (main) campus ACT SAT 23 – 29 1140 – 1330 TRANSFER APPLICANTS OFFERED ADMISSION TO: (Fall 2020 Entry Term) 69.5% First choice major 21% of applicants for the fall 2020 semester were first- 76.3% First or second choice major generation college students. 80.5% Uptown (main) campus

uc.edu 11 FOR EVERY HERO, there is an origin story.

Live well. Residence halls provide a convenient home-away-from-home and an environment that encourages students academically, socially, and personally. Communities provide hundreds of programs and events every year, and hall staff are always there to lend a helping hand. Plus, students who live on campus do MOST LUXURIOUS better academically and are more Student Housing Building (Morgens likely to graduate. Hall; Best College Values) » uc.edu/housing 16 RESIDENCE HALLS including themed communities

Go all in. University Honors Program The University Honors Program is about experiencing more and learning at a deeper level. It’s about diving in, taking risks, and discovering your passion. » uc.edu/honors

Our program is experience-based, not course- based like most honors programs. You’ll develop skills and apply your knowledge through hands- on learning. Projects and seminars focus on: community engagement / global studies / leadership / research / creativity Join the community (and the conversation) now! Our students tell their Bearcat story best. And, they are all over our social media.

To see what a day in the life of a UC student actually looks like, explore our Instagram. @cincyadmissions HINT: Also search #mybearcatstory for some awesome pictures and Cincinnati adventures!

Get quick updates and reminders Si tiene preguntas y to help you through the application necesita comunicaciones process on Twitter. @UCAdmissions en español, por favor envíe un correo Meet other future students as you get electrónico en español a ready for your first semester on campus [email protected]. through Facebook. @ucadmissions

uc.edu 13 All-time TOP 10 men’s basketball team (AP)

Nippert Stadium is the 4TH OLDEST playing site in college football Cheer CINCINNATI!

All roads lead to Bearcat Plaza, the gateway to Nippert Stadium—the literal center of campus—where you can feel the heat before you hear the roar. Nippert is home not only to Bearcats football but also to fútbol, serving as the home field for FC Cincinnati, a professional soccer team. Whether you’re wearing red and black on the court, in the stands, or at home, Bearcats pride never gives in. » gobearcats.com

For the love of the game. Varsity Club Sports Men’s: baseball, baseball, basketball (women's), bass basketball, cross country, fishing, billiards, bowling, boxing, cricket, football, golf, swimming CrossFit, cycling, Dhadak international and diving, track and field dance, disc golf, dodgeball, equestrian, Women’s: basketball, European handball, fencing, futsal, golf, cross country, golf, lacrosse, gymnastics, ice hockey, Kendo, League soccer, swimming and of Legends, lacrosse (men’s & women’s), diving, tennis, track and Pershing rifles, rugby (men’s & women’s), field, volleyball rowing, running, Shotokan karate, soccer (men’s & women’s), squash, swim, table Intramurals tennis, Taekwondo, tennis, triathlon, basketball, cornhole, ultimate frisbee (men’s & women’s), dodgeball, flag football, volleyball (men’s & women’s), water futsal, soccer, softball, polo (men’s & women’s), waterski and tennis, ultimate frisbee, wakeboard, women’s softball, wrestling volleyball, wallyball » uc.edu/clubsports » uc.edu/intramurals

uc.edu 15 TOP 10 CITY TO ROCK, based on our thriving BIG-CITY music scene —Esquire ADVENTURE, small-town charm.

The city of Cincinnati is home. It’s our source for professional opportunities, celebration, and culture. From local shops and ethnic restaurants to big-league sports, arts, and entertainment, there’s always something going on. » cincinnatiusa.com

Arts & Culture Aronoff Center for the Arts, Cincinnati Art Museum, Cincinnati Museum Center, Cincinnati Playhouse, Cincinnati Observatory, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, Krohn Conservatory, National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, Taft Museum of Art

Cincinnati Ballet Festivals Art After Dark, Bunbury Music Cincinnati Museum Center Festival, Cincinnati Fringe Festival, Cincy-Cinco, Festival of Lights, Flying Pig Marathon, MidPoint Music Festival, Oktoberfest- Zinzinnati, Opening Day parade, Paddlefest, Riverfest, Taste of Cincinnati Professional Sports Bengals (football), Cyclones (ice hockey), Reds (baseball), Revolution (ultimate disc), Rollergirls (roller derby), FC Cincinnati (soccer)

FC Cincinnati professional soccer MORE THAN 400 FORTUNE 500 COMPANIES have a presence in Cincinnati (six are headquartered here)

TOP 5 CITIES TO LAUNCH YOUR CAREER shared by LinkedIn Workforce Insights

Bunbury Music Festival

Tutoring, mentoring, and service learning—last year, student volunteers provided the equivalent of 289 full-time jobs. Some of the opportunities to give back to the local community include: Historic Music Hall at Washington Park • Bearcat Buddies tutoring program • Green-Up Day • Into the Streets neighborhood beautification • Community Plunge day of service » uc.edu/cce uc.edu 17 Become a First-Year BEARCAT Each item listed is part of the application • The Common Application review process for students applying directly from high school to University • Application Fee (or fee waiver) of Cincinnati. If a student is applying and plans to send their test scores, these • Official High School Transcript scores must be sent directly from the testing agency. If you think you qualify • Letter of Recommendation for a fee waiver, talk to your school • Official ACT or SAT Score counselor about this process. (optional for most programs)

For 2021 and 2022, students can apply to most UC programs without an ACT or SAT score. Read more about the test-optional policy at admissions.uc.edu/apply/test-optional_faq.

18 UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI Important DATES & DEADLINES DECEMBER 1, 2020 MARCH 1, 2021 Early Action Deadline (non-binding) Rolling Admission Deadline All required materials must be submitted by The Common Application will remain open until this date in order for you to be considered March 1, and students are welcome to apply for merit-based scholarships, the University to any program that has not reached capacity. Honors Program, and other honors After Cincinnati Decision Day, admission opportunities. If you meet this Early Action decisions for students who applied after Deadline, you will receive your admission December 1 will be released on a rolling basis. decision on Cincinnati Decision Day. Additionally, the following programs are MARCH – APRIL 2021 often the first to close their application to Housing Application & new students on or shortly after December 1: Orientation Registration • College-Conservatory of Music* In late spring, the application for campus • College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning housing and registration for Bearcats Bound • College of Engineering and Applied Science Orientation will be made available to anyone who has confirmed their admission. You will • College of Medicine have until early May to complete your campus • College of Nursing housing application and be guaranteed a room. • Lindner College of Business

* Applicants to any major within CCM will be encouraged to submit pre-screening materials by November 15. For more MAY 1, 2021 CCM application information visit ccm.uc.edu/admissions. Confirmation Deadline It all comes down to this! Once you confirm, JANUARY 2021 you’re officially a Bearcat! Cincinnati Decision Day On Cincinnati Decision Day, which takes place in late January each year, we will share admission decisions for students who met the Early Action Deadline. » admissions.uc.edu/status

FEBRUARY – MARCH 2021 Scholarship Offers, Honors Program Invites, and Financial Aid Awards We will notify you of any awards or honors you are eligible to receive shortly after your admission decision has been released.

If you have any questions, concerns, or just need some guidance, reach out and schedule a phone appointment with your admissions representative! » admissions.uc.edu/appointments uc.edu 19 Become a Transfer BEARCAT University of Cincinnati undergraduate scholarship opportunities. Also, the Breadth programs have varying admission of Knowledge portion of Cincinnati’s General requirements. At minimum, a cumulative Education requirement is considered fulfilled college GPA of 2.00 is required to transfer for students with Associate of Arts, Associate to the Uptown Campus, though many of Science, or other associate degrees where programs are competitive and have higher articulation agreements are in place. requirements. Program profiles can be Each item listed may be required as part of t found a uc.edu/programs. the application process for transfer students. Some programs admit students for fall semester only and have priority deadlines. • Online Transfer Application We admit transfer students from both • Application Fee community and 4-year colleges and universities. Scholarships are available • All official transcripts from previous colleges or universities to qualifying transfer students from community colleges. • Official final high school transcript An associate degree is not required to (if you’ve earned fewer than 24 college transfer. However, an associate degree credits after graduating high school) has several advantages, including special

Transfer scholarships are available for students applying to the fall semester. All you need to do is have your application for admission and all required transcripts submitted by July 1. Learn more at admissions.uc.edu/ tuition-aid/scholarships/transfer.

20 UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI Important DATES & DEADLINES We must have all required documents by the application deadline.

FALL SEMESTER July 1* *The College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning requires transfer students to complete SPRING SEMESTER their fall application by March 1. The College- November 1 Conservatory of Music requires transfer students SUMMER SEMESTER to complete their fall application by December 1. March 1

Transcripts & Credit EVALUATION If we don’t already have official college transcripts from each college you have previously attended, send them to: University of Cincinnati Office of Admissions PO Box 210091 Cincinnati, OH 45221-0091 Submit your high school transcripts (if required). If you’ve earned fewer than 24 semester hours at another university, we also need your high school transcript. To learn more about how your credit may transfer to UC, visit the Office of Advising and Academic Services' website at uc.edu/aas/ creditevaluation or schedule an appointment with a prospective transfer advisor by emailing [email protected].

Need to meet with a transfer advisor? Set up an appointment with the Transfer and Transition Advising Center. » uc.edu/transferadvising

uc.edu 21 VALUE IS ABOUT MORE than just cost...

…and the value of an education from the University of Cincinnati cannot be matched. Our grads go on to do amazing things. Think about the possibilities for you!

CINCINNATI TUITION GUARANTEE See how it works for you. » admissions.uc.edu/tuition-guarantee

NATIONAL OUTREACH AWARD Out-of-state students may qualify. » financialaid.uc.edu/nationaloutreach

22 UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI FULL-TIME TUITION RATES* Uptown (Main) Campus In-state: $12,138 Out-of-state: $27,472 UC Blue Ash College In-state: $6,256 Out-of-state: $15,054 UC Clermont College In-state: $5,864 Out-of-state: $13,096

SPECIAL TUITION RATES FOR INDIANA & KENTUCKY STUDENTS Metropolitan Rate Tuition is Ohio-resident rate plus $25/credit hour (maximum $300/semester). Reciprocity Rate Tuition is the Ohio-resident rate.

To see if your county & academic program qualify, go to: » admissions.uc.edu/tuition-aid/kyin

*Rates represent the 2020–2021 school year. For the most up-to-date tuition information, visit financialaid.uc.edu/fees/costs.

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The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the University’s non-discrimination policies: Notice of Non-discrimination: uc.edu/about/policies/non-discrimination uc.edu 23 MAJORS & AREAS OF CONCENTRATION College of Allied Health • Geographic Information Finance Fine Arts Computer Engineering Sciences Science and Remote Industrial Management Horticulture Computer Science Sensing Advanced Medical Imaging Information Systems Industrial Design Construction Management • Human Geography Technology Insurance and Risk Interior Design Electrical Engineering Geology Health Information Management Urban Planning Electrical Engineering Management * German Studies International Business Urban Studies Technology Health Sciences * History Marketing Environmental Engineering • Nutritional Sciences • Gender, Women, and Operations Management College of Education, Fire Science Technology * • Pre-Athletic Training Sexuality Real Estate Criminal Justice, and Mechanical Engineering • Pre-Medicine • Globalization and Human Services Transregional Mechanical Engineering • Pre-Occupational College–Conservatory Criminal Justice * Therapy * Connections Technology of Music Early Childhood Education • Pre-Physical Therapy • Law, History, and Society Acting • Birth–5 years (PreK College of Medicine • Pre-Physician Assisting • Race, Ethnicity, and Inequality Ballet license) * Medical Sciences Medical Laboratory • • Religion and Culture Bassoon PreK–5 (license) Science * College of Nursing • Technology, Science, and Clarinet Exercise & Fitness • Pre-Medicine Nursing Medicine Human Development & Nutrition & Dietetics Commercial Music Interdisciplinary Nursing Production Community Engagement RN to BSN * • Clinical/Community Preparation Nutrition Composition Information Technology * Pre-Professional Interdisciplinary Studies * • Clinical/Sports Nutrition Double Bass Middle Childhood Programs: International Affairs Education (license) Respiratory Therapy * Electronic Media Pre-Athletic Training Journalism • Language Arts & Social Work * Euphonium Mathematics Pre-Dentistry Judaic Studies Speech Language Hearing Flute • Language Arts & Natural Pre-Law Sciences Latin American, Carribean French Horn Science Pre-Medicine and Latinx Studies ^ Guitar (Classical) • Language Arts & Social Pre-Occupational Therapy College of Arts & Law and Society Studies Harp Pre-Optometry Sciences Liberal Arts * • Mathematics & Natural Harpsichord Africana Studies • Medicine, Health and Science Pre-Pharmacy Jazz Studies Anthropology Society • Social Studies & Pre-Physical Therapy Music Mathematics Arabic Language and Mathematics Pre-Veterinary Medicine Culture • Statistics/Actuarial Music Education • Social Studies & Natural Science Undecided Options: Archaeology Sciences Musical Theatre Paralegal Studies Business Asian Studies Neuroscience Oboe • Brain, Mind, Behavior Public Health * Exploratory Studies Biochemistry Organ • Neurobiology Secondary Education Freshman Engineering • Cosmetic Science Percussion • (license) Program Neuropsychology Piano Biological Sciences • Integrated Chemistry Organizational Leadership Saxophone Regional Campuses • Biology of Animals • Integrated Earth Science • Talent Development Two regional campuses • Biomedical Studies Theatre Design and • Integrated Language Arts • Non-Profit and Production are part of the University • Cell and Molecular • Integrated Life Science Community Leadership • Costume Design and of Cincinnati—UC Blue Biology • Integrated Mathematics Philosophy Technology Ash College and UC • Ecology and Evolution • Integrated Social Studies • Cognitive Studies • Lighting Design and Clermont College. Both Chemistry • Technology Single License Physics regional campuses offer • Cosmetic Science Physics • Sound Design Special Education associate degrees that • Biological Chemistry • Astrophysics • Stage Design • Mild to Moderate and can lead directly to a • Chemistry – ACS Political Science • Stage Management Moderate to Intense career or transfer towards • Gender and Multicultural (license) completion of a bachelor’s Classical Civilization • Technical Production Politics • Language Arts & degree program. 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