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A Better Ohio is Built Together

UC is powering Ohio’s economy, workforce and communities — one student, one partner, one connection at a time.

At the University of Cincinnati we think bigger, because what comes next is for all of us. Leaders, innovators and problem-solvers who move Ohio forward are ignited on our four campuses. Our breakthroughs fuel industries. Our partnerships transform communities. We connect ambition with opportunity, turning potential into progress for the entire state. Bearcats bring their talent, energy and vision to every corner of the state. Together, we’re doing more than imagining a stronger Ohio. We’re building it.

People
power
Ohio's
future

A University of Cincinnati student looks up from his laptop in the bleachers of Nippert Stadium

People Power Ohio’s future

Students who bring fresh ideas to the workplace through our nationally ranked co-op program. Faculty members who advance research, spark economic growth and improve lives. Alumni who create the connections that help communities thrive. All are Bearcats who turn ambition into action. At UC, we’re looking ahead to what is next to strengthen the fabric of our state and make a lasting difference with each project, partnership and person.

$22.7billion

in economic impact in the state of Ohio

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David Becker

BEARCATS FOR LIFE

During my time at UC, I’ve been surrounded by people who genuinely care about helping others find direction

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Shauniece Steele

BEARCATS FOR LIFE

Shauniece Steele credits the University of Cincinnati for shaping her leadership, courage, and confidence — lessons that continue to guide her as an athletic administrator and proud Bearcat for life.

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Sarah Mullins

BEARCATS FOR LIFE

From student to alum, Sarah Mullins carries the Bearcat spirit wherever life takes her—proof that being a Bearcat for Life truly never ends.

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Samantha Hillman

BEARCATS FOR LIFE

UC gave her a fresh start — and a lifelong connection. From student life to a career telling UC’s story, this Bearcat found her home and her purpose right here on campus.

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Jac Kern

BEARCATS FOR LIFE

UC alum Jac Kern found her way back to Cincinnati—and to UC—where she now shares the powerful stories that remind her what it means to be a Bearcat for Life.

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Annelise Atkinson

BEARCATS FOR LIFE

From life-changing internships to lifelong friendships and love, UC gave her everything — experiences, confidence, and a forever Bearcat family.

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Maddie Bell

BEARCATS FOR LIFE

Discover how UC alumna Maddie Bell turned her Bearcat experience into a lifelong passion for community and purpose. Her story proves that being a Bearcat doesn’t end at graduation — it’s just the beginning.

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Ishika Yadavalli

BEARCATS FOR LIFE

Bearcats for Life - Ishika Yadavalli

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Cashmere Wright

BEARCATS FOR LIFE

From standout Bearcat to lifelong ambassador, Cashmere Wright reflects on how his time at the University of Cincinnati shaped his drive, leadership, and lasting connection to UC.

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Abby Revetta

BEARCATS FOR LIFE

Discover how third-generation Bearcat Abby Revetta ’17 found her purpose at the University of Cincinnati. From internships to lifelong friendships, UC shaped who she is — and who she’ll become.

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As the pioneer of cooperative education, the University of Cincinnati changed the way the world learns.

Neville Pinto University of Cincinnati President

Launching
careers.
Driving
impact.

A University of Cincinnati design student inspects a 3D printed sphere

Ohio’s Talent Pipeline Starts at UC

UC is the state’s launchpad for talent, innovation and leadership. And we have history to prove it. Cooperative education was born at UC in 1906, and we continue today as a Top 5 program in the country. We equip thousands of students with the skills, experience and vision to power Ohio’s industries and transform its communities. Students from UC are paving the way with co-op placements in Ohio’s top companies — Procter & Gamble, General Electric, Honda and Siemens to name a few — and are using those experiences to land full time employment after graduation, adding to the state’s workforce. UC is where Ohio’s next generation of big thinkers begins their journey. Our Bearcats don’t just join the workforce, they shape it and have been for over 100 years.

98%

employment or continuing education rate
following graduation

1700+

co-op employee partners

$94M

in student co-op earnings

$11,220

avg student earnings per semester

Work-based learning opportunities like co-ops, internships or externship programs are a win-win for students, colleges and employers.

Mike DeWine Ohio Governor

Solid
investment.
lifetime
returns.

A University of Cincinnati builds a 3D printed model

Higher Ed is Worth It — Here’s Why

As many are asking “Why go to college?” we’re answering confidently that a UC education is more than a degree. The University of Cincinnati’s nationally ranked co-op program is helping students create experiences that connect them to paid, career-shaping opportunities before graduation. And landing them full-time employment before they even sport their cap and gown. Our network of 360,000 alumni are making an impact across Ohio and around the globe. When you become a Bearcat, you’re investing in the entire state of Ohio with a return that lasts a lifetime.

$11,220

avg student co-op earnings
per semester

Creating
opportunity.
Discovering
Next.

A University of Cincinnati co-op student works in a shop at Kinetic Vision

Research That Moves Ohio Forward

At the University of Cincinnati, research doesn’t stay “just an idea” for long. It becomes a new device. A new policy. A new standard of care. A new way to improve lives in Ohio and beyond. From health care to manufacturing, sustainability to the humanities, UC is solving Ohio’s most pressing challenges and opening doors for the next opportunity.

$740million

in research awards (2024)