Quick Summary
Based in Cincinnati, United States, University of Cincinnati is a public research university with roots dating back to 1819. Ranked #651-700 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 50921 students including 9% from outside United States. Known for strengths in Nursing, Architecture, Performing Arts, it maintains an acceptance rate of 86%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
UC is the birthplace of cooperative education, allowing students to earn professional experience and a salary while completing their degree.
Subject Strengths
NursingArchitecturePerforming ArtsCriminal JusticeEnvironmental Engineering
Founded1819
TypePublic Research University
Total Students50921
Intl Students9%
Faculty Ratio19
CampusUrban
Campus Size473 acres
Affiliated HospitalsUC Health,Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center,West Chester Hospital
AccreditationHigher Learning Commission (HLC)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#651-700
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#351-400
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#201-300
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate,Graduate,Doctoral,Professional Certificates,Co-op Programs
Programs
Materials Science,Aerospace Engineering,Clinical Psychology,Biomedical Sciences,Business Administration
PhD Programs
Online MBA,MS in Criminal Justice,MS in Health Informatics,MEd in Special Education
Online Programs
UC Cancer Center,Digital Media Center,Clean Energy Research Center,Institute for Policy Research
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate86%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL79
Min GPA3
GREOptional for most programs
GMATOptional for most programs
SATOptional
ACTOptional
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · December 1 (Early Action), March 1 (Rolling Admissions)
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Apply by the December 1st Early Action deadline for maximum scholarship consideration and program availability. Highlight co-op interest in personal statements.
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Cost Ledger
Annual estimate
UG Tuition
$30,426/yr
per year · USD
Living Cost
$16,800/yr
per year · USD
PG Tuition
$27,244/yr
per year · USD
Application Fee
$50
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$47,276/yr
tuition + living + essentials · USD
Scholarships AvailableCincinnatus Scholarship,Darwin T. Turner Scholarship,International Outreach Award,UC Global Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$6,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate,Graduate,Doctoral,Professional Certificates,Co-op Programs programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Marketing | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Psychology | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Criminal Justice | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Music Performance | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$62,400
Average Salary After Graduation
93%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementExtremely High (Co-op required for most engineering and design majors)
Industry Connections
Procter & GambleKrogerMacy'sGE AviationFifth Third BankNASA
Notable Alumni
Neil Armstrong,George Clooney,William Howard Taft,Oscar Robertson,Vinod Dham
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Nippert Stadium,Fifth Third Arena,UC Baseball Stadium,Campus Recreation Center
Student Clubs
600
Library Resources
Walter C. Langsam Library,Blegen Library,Donald C. Harrison Health Sciences Library
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available