About the University
Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati (UC) is a large public research university in Cincinnati, Ohio.
- It enrolls over 53,000 students, approximately 42,566 undergraduates and 11,116 graduate/professional students.
- The campus is urban, with the main (Uptown) campus located just minutes from downtown Cincinnati, offering students access to city opportunities while maintaining a distinct campus environment.
- The university was the first in the U.S. to implement a cooperative education (co-op) model (in engineering) and continues to emphasise experiential learning.
Fun Facts
- UC’s alumni and affiliates have been shown to be 3.3 times more likely than average to found “unicorn” startups (private companies valued at $1 billion+), out-pacing even some Ivy League institutions.
- The UC athletic teams (the “Bearcats”) compete in NCAA Division I (Football Bowl Subdivision for football).
- The university joined the Big 12 Conference (one of the US “Power Five” conferences) in 2023.
- As per U.S. News & World Report 2026, the co-op and internship program at University of Cincinnati ranks #4 in the nation and has consistently ranked in the Top 5.
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