The Graduate College

UC to a Higher Degree

Graduate students play a critical role in the University of Cincinnati's status as a comprehensive research-intensive university. Through the Graduate College's 400+ graduate degree and certificate programs, University of Cincinnati graduate students generate knowledge and discovery that benefit society.

At the University of Cincinnati Graduate College, we invest in tomorrow’s leaders and professionals.

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The University of Cincinnati offers nearly 400 graduate programs, from master’s and doctoral degree programs to graduate certificates and artist diplomas. Find your passion:

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Professional Development

Prepare for your future career at UC. Graduate College events and programs prepare graduate students to be tomorrow’s leaders and professionals.

A City for Young Professionals

Cincinnati provides the perfect backdrop for the graduate experience, offering academic-corporate partnerships, exciting career opportunities and all the big-city amenities in an area with an affordable cost of living.

Innovation and Discovery

With a long history of breakthroughs across various fields and a reputation as a “research heavyweight,” UC is a thriving hub for future-leaning advancement. #NextLivesHere

I know that I will leave UC with lifelong networks, particularly with my professors who have been instrumental in my current and future success at UC.

Maurice Adkins PhD, History

Most welcoming for international students (ISB)

$45M

In graduate tuition scholarships

#35

Top public school in research & development (NSF)

Graduate College News

President Pinto’s 2nd glow party brings first-year Bearcats together

September 20, 2026

UC President Neville Pinto and team hosted the second annual Bright Beginnings glow party for first-year students

UC part of $18 million statewide initiative to expand behavioral health workforce

September 14, 2026

The University of Cincinnati is part of Ohio’s $18 million Behavioral Health Scholarship Program, offering full in-state tuition to eligible social work, mental health counseling and clinical psychology graduate students who commit to serving underserved Ohio communities after graduation.

Record enrollment continues at the University of Cincinnati

September 9, 2026

The University of Cincinnati recorded its largest enrollment ever in fall 2026 with more than 54,400 students, driven by record first-year enrollment, growth at UC Blue Ash and rising College Credit Plus participation.

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Upcoming Dissertation Defenses

Zoila Deckard, CECH Tue, 22 Sep 2026

Educational Studies, Doctor of Philosophy

Nahal Rashedi, CEAS Thu, 24 Sep 2026

Engineering Education, Doctor of Philosophy

Kabelo Chirwa, CCM Thu, 24 Sep 2026

Music (Musicology), Doctor of Philosophy