General Overview Rated as one of the best universities in the U.S., the University of Cincinnati (UC) offers superior academic programs, many ranked as the finest in the world. UC was the first university in the U.S. to offer a co-operative education (co-op) program, which allows students to gain professional experience and earn up to $40,000 while pursuing a degree. Today the co-op program is ranked 4th in the nation, with over 1,500 companies actively hiring UC students. UC is listed as one of the top 15 universities in the world for international student satisfaction and as one of the world’s most beautiful campuses. Academics UC has over 250 undergraduate and 180 graduate programs, including nationally recognized programs in Architecture, Business, Computing, Design and Engineering. Most majors in the College of Engineering & Applied Sciences, College of Design Art Architecture and Planning, and the College of Business are part of the cooperative education program (or “Co-op”). Students at the University of Cincinnati work with outstanding professors, who are among the leaders in their fi elds. As a research facility, UC features state-of-the-art facilities, including libraries, laboratories, and equipment, as well as an annual budget of over $418 million in research funds. Professional Opportunity The University of Cincinnati works closely with top businesses and schools in Cincinnati, the U.S., and across the globe to ensure that students are well prepared to pursue a career after graduation. Our co-op, internship, and career development programs allow students to build professional relationships while working toward a degree. Location The University of Cincinnati is located in the heart of the U.S. in Cincinnati, Ohio. The Cincinnati area has over 2 million residents and is home to eight Fortune 500 companies.