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Colleges / University of Cincinnati

University of Cincinnati

Cincinnati, OH 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate85%
Acceptance Rate85%

University of Cincinnati Academics

University of Cincinnati requires a minimum of 120 credit hours to graduate with a bachelor's degree.

Students can choose the accelarated degree program if they would like to finish all the credits for graduation in less time than normal. University of Cincinnati accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Additionally, University of Cincinnati has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 72% of students who start college at University of Cincinnati finish the requirements for graduation within six years.

University of Cincinnati offers an orientation program before the start of fall classes to prepare new students for college life.

Academic Options Yes No
Accelerated Degree Program
Transfer Credits Accepted
AP Credit Accepted
IB Credits Accepted
Summer Classes Available
New Student Orientation

Reminder: University of Cincinnati may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

Which Courses Do I Have To Take At University of Cincinnati?

University of Cincinnati has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are required to fulfill a language requirement

Students do not have to take a computer class.

Course Required?
2nd Language Yes
Math false
Science false
Computer No

Reminder: Check with University of Cincinnati directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at University of Cincinnati

When choosing a major, University of Cincinnati students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at University of Cincinnati.

Student Designed Majors

University of Cincinnati allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative.

Senior Projects

Students are not required to complete a senior project unless it is required for their specific major.

Double Majoring at University of Cincinnati

University of Cincinnati offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Double majoring may mean taking more courses, but it can provide an interesting mix of experience that helps students stand out when job searching or applying to a graduate program.


Frequently Asked Questions About University of Cincinnati


Does University of Cincinnati Offer Learning Disability Services?

✅ University of Cincinnati offers services for students with disabilities.

Prospective students can contact the college's Office of Accessibility Services to learn more about any support and accomodations offered. These conversations are usually kept confidential and will not be shared with the admissions office if you do not wish to share.

Does University of Cincinnati Have An Online Program?

✅ University of Cincinnati has distance learning options for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does University of Cincinnati Offer Credit for AP Classes?

✅ University of Cincinnati offers some credit for Advanced Placement (AP) classes taken in high school. Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does University of Cincinnati Have An Honors Program?

✅ University of Cincinnati offers an honors program for highly-qualified applicants.

Does University of Cincinnati Require Internships?

❌ University of Cincinnati does not require an internship for any students.

Students can still look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job.


Additional Information About University of Cincinnati


University of Cincinnati Library

The main library on campus is the Walter C. Langsam Library and there are 13 other libraries on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at University of Cincinnati

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time.

University of Cincinnati does not have any dual degree programs available for students.

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does University of Cincinnati have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every school. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

University of Cincinnati has an Army ROTC program and an Air Force ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at University of Cincinnati include:

•an ARMY ROTC branch unit on campus

•an Air Force branch unit on campus

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Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

40,281

Campus Setting

Urban

Acceptance Rate

85%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$14,276

Out-of-State

$29,610

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Mar 1
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