C+
Above Average
Score: 61/100

University of Cincinnati-Main Campus

4-Year Public
📍 Cincinnati, Ohio 45221
Outcomes
A
82/100
Affordability
C
45/100
Resources
C
50/100
Experience
B+
74/100
Prestige
C+
54/100

Quick Stats

43,338
Total Enrollment
72%
Graduation Rate
86%
Retention Rate
19.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
88%
Acceptance Rate
$21,511
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near University of Cincinnati-Main Campus

4% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,560 students who need housing.

🏆 Where University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#13
Applied Behavior Analysis
of 40 schools
#15
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
of 33 schools
#22
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
of 67 schools
#24
Family Practice Nurse/Nursing
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $11,228 $26,562
Room $7,992
Board $5,056
Total Cost (On-Campus) $33,342 $50,354

Financial Aid

87%
Receive Any Aid
19%
Receive Pell Grants
51%
Take Out Loans
$21,511
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$15,108
$30,001 - $48,000$16,373
$48,001 - $75,000$20,607
$75,001 - $110,000$25,288
$110,001+$26,573

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Information Technology 923 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 553 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 404 grads/yr Finance, General 351 grads/yr Psychology, General 346 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 315 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 311 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 293 grads/yr Mechanical Engineering 272 grads/yr Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 245 grads/yr Applied Behavior Analysis 224 grads/yr Management Science 212 grads/yr Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other 211 grads/yr Family Practice Nurse/Nursing 209 grads/yr Speech Communication and Rhetoric 209 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 194 grads/yr Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist 188 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 185 grads/yr Social Work 172 grads/yr Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other 171 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from University of Cincinnati-Main Campus's top programs commonly pursue.

Computer and information systems managers
$171k/yr 667,100 jobs
Computer and information research scientists
$141k/yr 40,300 jobs
Database architects
$136k/yr 66,900 jobs
Software developers
$133k/yr 1,693,800 jobs
Computer network architects
$130k/yr 179,200 jobs
Information security analysts
$125k/yr 182,800 jobs
Data scientists
$113k/yr 245,900 jobs
Computer systems analysts
$104k/yr 521,100 jobs

Student Demographics

43,338
Total Students
54%
Women
87%
Traditional Age (18-24)
4%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 65%
Hispanic 5%
Black 8%
Asian 6%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 11%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 87%
Off-Campus (Renters) 4%
With Family 10%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,560 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 36%
Hybrid (Some Online) 43%
Fully Online 20%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 87%
25-64 (Adult) 9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of Cincinnati-Main Campus?
University of Cincinnati-Main Campus has an acceptance rate of 88%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend University of Cincinnati-Main Campus?
Tuition at University of Cincinnati-Main Campus is $11,228 for in-state students and $26,562 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $21,511.
What is the graduation rate at University of Cincinnati-Main Campus?
The graduation rate at University of Cincinnati-Main Campus is 72%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is University of Cincinnati-Main Campus a good school?
University of Cincinnati-Main Campus has a Repit College Score of 61/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C+): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend University of Cincinnati-Main Campus?
University of Cincinnati-Main Campus has a total enrollment of 43,338 students. Most students (87%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near University of Cincinnati-Main Campus?
Yes! Approximately 4% of students at University of Cincinnati-Main Campus live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,560 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology