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The University of Cincinnati offers students a balance of educational excellence and real-world experience. UC is a public research university with an enrollment of more than 44,000 students. It has been named "Among the top tier of the Best National Universities," according to U.S. News & World Report. Today, more than a quarter-million living alumni count themselves as Bearcats — united not just by their loyalty to our nationally known sports teams, but by their shared love of the place, the people, and the ideas that make up the University of Cincinnati. The University of Cincinnati serves the people of Ohio, the nation, and the world as a premier, public, urban research university dedicated to undergraduate, graduate, and professional education, experience-based learning, and research. We are committed to excellence and diversity in our students, faculty, staff, and all of our activities. We provide an inclusive environment where innovation and freedom of intellectual inquiry flourish. Through scholarship, service, partnerships, and leadership, we create opportunities, develop educated and engaged citizens, enhance the economy, and enrich our University, city, state, and global community. UC offers an education that's rigorous and relevant — hundreds of academic programs, many nationally ranked, all with opportunities for real-world learning. Which only makes sense since we invented cooperative education back in 1906. Today, real-world learning is more than a co-op. It is everything from study abroad to internships to artistic performances. It is a way of putting into immediate practice what you have learned in the classroom. And it is the reason you will graduate with transcripts and a resume. At UC, you'll make a connection between learning and doing. We invented the co-op system and added even more ways to get real-world experience to help you become smarter, more experienced, and better prepared for a professional career. You'll have access to these experiential learning opportunities, no matter which major you select. If you already know what you want to do, UC admits students directly to the major they apply. If you're undecided, their many choices to explore and dedicated advising services to help you find the path that's right for you. Our University Honors Program allows you to take academics to a whole new level. It is about diving in, taking risks, and discovering your passion. Only the top 7 percent of UC students are considered for University Honors. But you do not have to apply. If you enroll and have what it takes, we will find you. UC offers dozens of master's and Ph.D. programs and is home to three nationally ranked professional schools — law, medicine, and pharmacy. Dual degree options and guaranteed admission programs are available for students who know precisely where their caps and gowns will take them. From non-credit courses to online degrees to summer and after-school programs for high school students, UC offers education in many forms and for many different types of people. It is all here. And it is all UC. A fabulous campus, classrooms without boundaries, and unlimited opportunity. It is everything to make your college experience unmatched. The University of Cincinnati continues to gain national and international recognition for outstanding academic programs, world-class faculty, and successful co-op partnerships worldwide. But don't just take our word for it. Schedule a visit, and see our beautiful campus for yourself. A college education is one of the most important investments you will ever make — an investment in yourself and your future. You are sure to find that college will be one of the most personally rewarding and demanding challenges you will ever take on, and like most students and parents, you have some concerns about paying for your education. We believe that, regardless of your income, you have the potential to afford the quality education that the University of Cincinnati provides. We are committed to making your college education as affordable as we can. Nearly all students are eligible for some form of financial assistance. Financial aid will likely not meet all of your educational costs. But the use of financial aid can reduce out-of-pocket expenses you (or your family) may assume while in college. Study innovative methods in classrooms led by world-class faculty, take an active part in exciting laboratory breakthroughs or make amazing discoveries in the field — right here in Cincinnati or at exotic sites around the world. UC has been called a "research heavyweight" and "one of America's top public research universities." The University has nearly 200 years of history as a research pioneer. UC scientists invented the world's first electronic organ, antihistamine, the heart-lung machine, and the oral polio vaccine. Today, UC researchers continue to blaze new trails in science, medicine, business, education, engineering, and the arts — literally transforming how we live, work, and learn. And the world is paying attention. UC is awarded hundreds of millions of dollars annually for its research efforts from governmental, industrial, and nonprofit sources. Visionary ideas born from the bright minds at UC generate dozens of patent applications every year. View full university

We may be small, but our commitment is significant. It is the same commitment our students make to themselves: to make the best art they can. The Art Academy of Cincinnati has kept that commitment since 1869, building a rich tradition of innovation and excellence in the visual arts. The Art Academy is one of the smallest four-year art colleges in the country, and that is one of our greatest strengths: It means our students get to be themselves. They receive individualized attention from faculty, the freedom to develop their vision, and a unique opportunity to carve out their identity. You will not just get an education at AAC. You will begin to discover who you are, personally and artistically. At the end of your four years here, you will not be the same person you were at the beginning. Our mission is to create and sustain radical, forward-thinking, contemporary visual artists, and designers whose creative contributions make a substantial difference in all the lives they touch. Our vision is to be the most celebrated, relentless, rebellious, cutting-edge, and radiant community of artists and designers anywhere, at any time-the seers, the radicals, the innovators, and creative professionals. They establish the rules that the future will follow. Student activities at the AAC are student-driven. Rather than planning events from the top down, we look to students to tell us what activities would be beneficial and exciting. The Student Activities Committee is made up of two students from each class level and meets twice per month to plan and coordinate events in consultation with the Director of Student Services. Student Services forms groups of AAC students to participate as a team in any local sports clubs, including softball, soccer, dodgeball, and more. The Stinks is AAC's athletic mascot - ask anyone who has been at the AAC for a few years about the history behind the name! The AAC galleries are part of the monthly Final Friday Art Walk in Over-the-Rhine. Galleries throughout the neighborhood stay open until 10 p.m. on the last Friday of each month. Final Friday receptions in the AAC galleries are open to the public and hosted by faculty and students. Approximately twice per semester, the AAC hosts prominent poets for open readings of their work. After the readings, AAC students can show off their own musical, lyrical, and poetic talents at Open Mic Night. Hosted in The Commons, the Open Mic Night offers the perfect venue for self-expression. Every year, AAC students and faculty members take a trip to New York City to explore the city's museums and urban culture and take a closer look at contemporary art. Approximately 40 students participate in the NY Trip every year, which is usually held in March. AAC students can complete a for-credit internship experience, which allows them to explore various creative pursuits and professional development under the guidance of professionals in their field. From museums, galleries, studios, local businesses, design and branding firms, art supply stores, newspapers, non-profits, and more, students have many internships in the Cincinnati area. Each internship experience provides students with three credit hours and can repeat up to two times. Students can choose to be self-directed in finding their internship or ask for assistance from their advisor and Mack Maynard, Director of Student Services. The Art Academy of Cincinnati's roots is in the McMicken School of Drawing and Design, founded in 1869 for the "promotion of taste and design in the industrial arts." The McMicken School became one of the first established departments of the University of Cincinnati. In 1884, Joseph Longworth, a Cincinnati philanthropist, was instrumental in founding the Cincinnati Art Museum and the Art Academy of Cincinnati. The McMicken School separated from the University of Cincinnati and became part of the Cincinnati Museum Association. The change of association culminated in an official name change to the Art Academy of Cincinnati. It was a move to a new facility built adjacent to the Cincinnati Art Museum in Eden Park in November of 1887. Between 1884 and 1998, the Art Academy of Cincinnati operated as a museum school providing quality education to students. The Art Academy of Cincinnati became a charter member of the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) in 1948. In 1950, a four-year curriculum was introduced, and students earned Certificates. In 1979, the Art Academy of Cincinnati established a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree program approved by the Ohio Board of Regents and NASAD. In 1998, the Art Academy of Cincinnati separated from the Cincinnati Museum Association and became a fully independent college of art and design. In 2005 the Art Academy of Cincinnati moved from its Eden Park and Mount Adams locations to its current campus in historic Over-the-Rhine, a move that enabled the college to provide 24-hour access to over 100 student studio spaces, improved instructional studios, and other updated campus facilities. The Art Academy of Cincinnati was awarded numerous awards for the development, design, and construction of the new facility and achieved LEED Certification by the US Green Building Council in 2008. The Art Academy of Cincinnati has a rich heritage of 145 years of high art and excellent art instruction and educated many accomplished artists and designers. Art Academy of Cincinnati continues to provide personalized attention to students and to touch Cincinnatians' lives through community education programming. This private, not-for-profit institution of higher education is an anchor for the creative arts community in a vibrant and growing arts district. View full university

Founded in 1926, Cincinnati Country Day School is an independent, coeducational, college-preparatory school emphasizing academic excellence and character development. Through educational programming, extracurricular opportunities, social and environmental awareness, and integrated technology, our goal has remained the same for over eight decades – to produce moral and ethical students who are prepared for success in college and life. We encourage discovery that produces students who are grounded and well-rounded. Students have opportunities to find and refine talents. They are encouraged to pursue what they love and to try something new. We have a demanding curriculum that promotes growth and success. Our approach to teaching ensures that we will meet the needs of each student. Work in the classroom is sometimes traditional, often cutting edge, but always challenging. We have a rich heritage of academic success. We create a community that instills a strong sense of self. A welcoming environment fosters close-knit relationships across students, parents, faculty, and staff. Our engaging program, depth of resources, and impressive setting allow students to build the confidence they need to succeed. CCDS has long been recognized for its rigorous and innovative curriculum that offers our 860 students a full range of academic, athletic, and artistic opportunities. Our goal is to stimulate and challenge our students as they stretch their minds in pursuit of knowledge. Our faculty, comprised of over 100 teaching professionals, embraces a shared commitment to inspire and motivate our students to develop their passions to their full potential. Our students often cite the strong relationships they form with their teachers as a distinguishing aspect of their CCDS education. Cincinnati Country Day School provides each student with superior preparation for college and life. We inspire a passion for learning and independent thinking through a steadfast commitment to academic excellence, personal integrity, and service to others. Our guiding principles: Ensure a school environment where every student, 18 months to 18 years, is known and nurtured. Provide a vibrant learning community with opportunities for students to perform at their highest potential academically, artistically, athletically, and altruistically. Sustain an inclusive, diverse community of individuals who learn from and about one another. Attract and retain an outstanding faculty who stimulates intellectual curiosity and engenders a lifelong love of learning in students. Through examples, relationships, and purposeful instruction, we teach our character virtues of respect, responsibility, integrity, courage, and compassion. Embrace advancements in pedagogy and technology as critical components of contemporary education. Establish productive partnerships with parents to foster student success. Celebrate traditions as they connect the past to the future. Diversity is an educational imperative because it is pivotal to every child's intellectual, social, and moral growth. Diversity brings richness and meaning to life. Students, parents, faculty, and administrators of different backgrounds, perspectives, and talents contribute to a varied and comprehensive learning experience. Consequently, a partnership between the home and school is essential for the full development of all peoples. Country Day explores, respects, and celebrates diversity while recognizing the common goals, principles, and beliefs shared by everyone. Over 33% of the Country Day student body is racially/ethnically diverse. And, nearly 10% of the Country Day community has an international background. Whether a student's family lived abroad at one point, has just moved to the United States from a foreign country, or is part of an exchange/visitor's program, our community has definite international appeal. At Country Day, we believe diversity takes many forms. As a school community, racial/ethnic diversity is as important as our students' geographic and socioeconomic diversity and their diversity in beliefs, interests, and learning styles. Teaching and learning at Cincinnati Country Day School are dynamic, rooted in academic excellence while remaining responsive to student needs and shifting 21st-century demands. We believe that, in order to thrive to potential, every child must be known and nurtured. That level of intimacy is dependent on teachers who can adapt to a variety of learning needs and styles, as well as on learners who are engaged in expanding their minds through a broad range of approaches. Our faculty is informed, collaborative, and in constant pursuit of making the classroom experience an effective and enjoyable one. At CCDS, learning by both students and faculty happens inside and outside the classroom, and we celebrate, nurture, and encourage creative thinking, individual excellence, and constructive collaboration. View full school

At Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy, we believe that God created every student to be one of a kind. Throughout their years with us, we challenge and inspire students to explore, develop, and make full use of their gifts so that they can lead lives of significant impact and influence. The teachers and staff are incredible. The love, support, and encouragement my children received through the years have aided in the character and spirit they encompass. The education and guidance have encouraged my Haley to step out and learn so many new things. The opportunities she has for the next season of her life are incredible. God has allowed us to be a part of a pretty inspiring community, and we are excited for the future of all the CHCA kids, young adults, and those to come." Guided by caring Christian teachers, your Lower Elementary student will build foundational skills in literacy, problem-solving, creative expression, scientific exploration, and more - while discovering his or her God-given gifts. An experiential learning approach celebrates and encourages questions as students construct knowledge through research, collaboration, and hands-on application. As your student moves on to grades 4-6, our Upper Elementary is designed to intentionally bridge critical transitional years by creating an encouraging environment where students flourish. Here, they discover their strengths and build confidence and resilience. Your student will be fully prepared intellectually, socially, and spiritually to succeed at the next level. As Cincinnati's only six-year Christ-centered college prep high school experience, the Upper School grants students six years instead of four to flourish in their gifts, pursue their interests, and enter college fully prepared. Students are exposed to a unique and challenging curriculum housed within distinct centers of engagement and innovative, one-of-a-kind, hands-on curricular and extracurricular experiences. Grades 7 and 8 jumps start the Upper School experience. A student-centered culture fosters independence and confidence to help students find their footing, emerge from the crowd, and fully engage in their education. Grades 9-12 focus on significantly extending social, relational, spiritual, and intellectual engagement in a highly enriched environment. Students will launch into college with extraordinary experiences, intellectual acumen, and confidence, setting them on a unique path to success. Our dedicated Christian faculty members - all top professionals in their fields - guide students to step outside of what comes naturally and comfortably because only by stretching do we truly grow. Together, we explore life's most difficult questions, helping students build resilience as they come to own their learning and their faith. We endeavor to walk in others' shoes and push the limits of our understanding. And we become transformed in the process. Our outstanding academic curriculum, including our innovative Christian Studies program, celebrated fine arts program, inspiring service opportunities, "win twice" philosophy on the athletic field. Within all of our CHCA Distinctives, our students are given countless opportunities to develop confidence, curiosity, and resilience. Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy is a Christ-centered, multi-denominational, college preparatory academy that exists to prepare students intellectually and spiritually for success in higher education and beyond and impact and influence the world according to their unique gifts and talents. This will be accomplished by: Creating an environment that encourages students, faculty, staff, and families to develop and live out their relationship with Jesus Christ. Developing a passion for lifelong learning leads to thoughtful, effective service through the excellent, intentional curriculum and extracurricular offerings. Empowering outstanding Christian faculty and staff to fully use their passions and expertise to create engaged critical thinkers. Fostering an exceptional environment that develops students' gifts and talents in the arts, athletics, leadership, and additional extracurricular opportunities for God's purposes. Building an engaged school community encompasses faculty, staff, students, families, alumni, and donors, which reinforces the school's vision, mission, and core values. CHCA offers an outstanding education, unlike any within the city. Beginning at age two and continuing through graduation, your student will question, consider, discover, test, fail, and thrive, all while under the counsel of exceptional Christian teachers and countless hands-on opportunities. And as students engage and grow cognitively, spiritually, and socially, they are ultimately prepared to flourish both inside and outside the classroom walls. But don't just take our word for it; see what our students, alum, parents, and teachers have to say about their CHCA experience. View full school

CCU is committed to providing an excellent educational, spiritual, and social experience for each student. Cincinnati Christian University exists to educate men and women to live by biblical principles and transformed lives, empowering them with character, skills, insight, and vision to advance the kingdom and impact Christ's society. CCU is committed to providing a Christ-centered, liberal arts education taught with a Christian worldview in students' chosen field of study. When you step onto campus, the warmth of students and faculty is apparent. Come to a place where you can grow into the person God wants you to be. At CCU, faculty members hold the highest degrees in their field, and they invest their time outside of the classroom to equip students to succeed in the professional world. They apply both real-world and academic experience to create classrooms that challenge students to grow. The Bridge Academy offers high school students the opportunity to take college courses at Cincinnati Christian University through College Credit Plus (CCP). College Credit Plus is an initiative authorized by the Ohio Department of Education that provides more options for students to pursue rigorous academic coursework beyond the high school classroom. Under College Credit Plus, students can complete up to 30 credits per year, and up to 120 credits total through their high school career. Our courses are fully accredited and will transfer to any college or university. Additionally, our program allows students to take college courses on the university campus, online, and select partner high schools. Ohio public, private, and home school students are eligible to participate in the CCP program. The State of Ohio may pay for up to 15 credit hours of coursework per semester, though funding for private school and home school students is not guaranteed. Students can apply to the CCU Bridge Academy at any time without CCP funding and will still receive reduced tuition through our Parent Pay option. All tuition, fees, and charges are set by the Cincinnati Christian University Board of Trustees and are subject to change. Students who are eligible for Federal Work-Study are given priority in being hired for on-campus jobs. Eligibility for this need-based program is determined by the results of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Students earn wages and receive paychecks just as with other employment. At CCU, Federal Work-Study students are responsible for securing their jobs and are not guaranteed positions. A limited number of on-campus jobs will be available each school year. Student-Worker Applications should be submitted to the Human Resources Office. View full university