School Profile: University of Cincinnati-Main Campus

University of Cincinnati-Main Campus

Cincinnati, OH

29,882 undergraduates

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Public

4 Year

City

Large

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Costs

Average Annual Cost

The average total cost of attending school for the most recent year.

The "out of pocket" cost of attending school after the student has received any financial aid that does not need to be repaid (grants and scholarships). This figure is comprehensive and includes expenses such as:

  • In-State Tuition: $13,976
  • Out-of-State Tuition: $29,310
  • Books and Supplies: $1,300
  • Campus Housing: $13,564
  • Other Expenses: $6,924

As you can see, the average student who receives financial aid pays substantially less than the "sticker price."

$25,648

per year

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Cost by Family Income

The average annual cost based on family income.

The average annual cost based on family income.
Family Income Average Annual Cost
$0-$30,000 $17,974
$30,001-$48,000 $18,092
$48,001-$75,000 $22,492
$75,001-$110,000 $27,596
$110,001+ $29,616

Student Success

Graduation Rate

High graduation rates are a sign of student success.

A low graduation rate may burden people with student loan debt without the increased earning power of a college degree.
73% of students graduate within eight years.

Retention Rate

The percentage of students returning after year one.

A high retention rate is a general indicator that student financial and academic needs are being met. The national average retention rate is around 81% for four-year schools and 63% for two-year schools.
85% of students return after their first year.

Average 10 Year Salary

The average salaries of employed alumni 10 years after enrollment.

$49,700

annual salary

Popular Majors

The top majors and starting salaries of employed graduates.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration...
$102,735
Marketing
$50,636
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration...
$71,105
Psychology, General
$33,513
Finance and Financial Management Services
$59,067

Computer and Information Sciences, General
$90,704
Business Administration, Management and...
$93,585
Biology, General
$34,092
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$40,557
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology
$55,052
Design and Applied Arts
$52,526
Teacher Education and Professional...
$39,607
Mechanical Engineering
$72,412
Computer and Information Sciences, General
$69,548
Communication and Media Studies
$41,138
Business Administration, Management and...
$60,360
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
$44,438
Medicine
$65,906
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration...
$118,343
Accounting and Related Services
$57,706
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research...
$72,390
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical...
$34,268
Law
$60,967
Chemical Engineering
$82,372
Music
$25,713
Neurobiology and Neurosciences
$33,094
Health Professions and Related Clinical...
$32,621
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services
$49,965
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$51,130
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods
$84,574
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications...
$80,045
Radio, Television, and Digital Communication
$28,719
Health and Medical Administrative Services
$72,855
Architecture
$44,598
Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and...
$102,974
Political Science and Government
$37,360
Mechanical Engineering
$95,350
Social Work
$49,097
Human Resources Management and Services
$44,171
Curriculum and Instruction
$62,381
Social Work
$39,292
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical...
$46,869
Economics
$58,590
Fine and Studio Arts
$29,431
Natural Resources Conservation and Research
$34,417
Civil Engineering
$71,377
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and...
$75,317
Educational Administration and Supervision
$64,406
Biomedical/Medical Engineering
$72,166
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft
$25,070
Aerospace, Aeronautical, and...
$74,992
Computer Engineering
$83,489
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services
$23,758
Music
$12,875
Chemistry
$47,387
Health and Medical Administrative Services
$57,183
International Business
$51,599
Teacher Education and Professional...
$29,867
Public Health
$55,858
Medical Illustration and Informatics
$74,584
International Relations and National Security...
$32,543
Construction Engineering
$71,751
Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services
$48,483
Architectural Engineering
$72,691
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions
$73,021
Teacher Education and Professional...
$40,067
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied...
$47,108
Marketing
$66,444
Applied Mathematics
$69,396
Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and...
$104,460
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions
$66,151
Public Health
$32,685
Journalism
$34,829
Special Education and Teaching
$42,347
Architectural Sciences and Technology
$59,001
Accounting and Related Services
$61,050
History
$31,217
Engineering-Related Fields
$62,458
Mathematics
$48,914
Romance Languages, Literatures, and...
$30,504
Economics
$79,110
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies...
$33,745
City/Urban, Community, and Regional Planning
$46,122
Sustainability Studies
$54,897
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$68,763
Medical Clinical Sciences/Graduate Medical...
$201,510
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied...
$46,270
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular...
$48,348
Sociology
$42,507
Teacher Education and Professional...
$43,618
Public Health
$79,033
Special Education and Teaching
$55,064
Legal Support Services
$45,549
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration...
$174,326
Music
$29,010

Admissions

Standardized Test Scores

SAT and ACT scores of admitted students.

SAT Reading

800 570 670

SAT Math

800 590 700

ACT

36 24 29

Acceptance Rate

The percentage of first-time applicants who were admitted.

85%

Financial Aid Debt

The figures below exclude possible loans from non-government lenders.

Students with Federal Loans

The percentage of students with federal aid.

48%

Student Federal Loan Debt

Lowest to highest based on field of study.

$15,625 - $53,508

$166 - $567 per month for 10 years

Student Body

Socio-Economic Diversity

The percentage of students who received an income-based federal Pell grant.

Data Not Available

Enrollment Status

The percentage of undergraduates who are enrolled on a full-time schedule.

90% / 10%

Full-time / Part-time
37,861 total

Race/Ethnicity

The proportion of students in specific race/ethnicity categories.

69% White
9% Black
5% Hispanic
5% Asian
5% Non-resident alien
5% Two or more races
1% Unknown
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