Admission Requirements
General Requirements
UC's wide-ranging programs accommodate an extensive range of student interests and abilities.
Many of these programs are available through a selective admissions process. Admission requirements vary by program, and students are encouraged to consult program outlines and college Web sites for details before applying.
Applicants to UC are required to earn a high school diploma or equivalent (GED) and are expected to have taken a set of courses known as the Ohio Articulation Requirements, including:
- 4 English
- 3 Math
- 2 Social Studies
- 2 Science
- 2 Foreign Language (units in the same language)
- 1 Fine Art
- 2 additional college prep subjects
These requirements will also vary somewhat by program. For example, architecture and engineering programs require additional courses in math, physics or chemistry. Each UC online program description includes specific admission requirements for that program.
Standardized Tests
The University of Cincinnati requires a standardized test score (ACT or SAT) for all incoming freshmen seeking a baccalaureate (four-year) degree. UC has no preference with regard to which standardized test a student takes. Both ACT and SAT are regarded equally.
Writing Section Requirements
UC requires one writing score from either the ACT or SAT for all first-time freshman applicants.
Students submitting SAT scores automatically meet this requirement because the SAT includes a writing test. However if students take only the ACT, they must specify when registering that they wish to take the writing portion of the test and then send the resulting score to the University of Cincinnati.
If students wish to submit their ACT score because it is their best score, but they have also taken the SAT, they can fulfill their writing test score requirement by submitting their SAT test score. UC bases admission decisions on the student's best composite score.
Sending Your Test Scores
Test scores must be sent to UC directly from the testing agency (test scores are not accepted from the HS transcript). You may select UC as a recipient of your scores by using the codes below when you register for an exam, or you may send scores directly from the ACT website or the SAT website.
If you graduated from high school more than one year before admission, or if you will attend one of UC's open admission colleges (Clermont College or UC Blue Ash College) the test is recommended but usually not required.
UC's Test Codes
The following codes should be used when requesting testing services or FAFSA to send your information to UC:
- ACT - 3340
- SAT - 1833
- GRE - 1833
- FAFSA - 003125
- UC's federal school code is 003125