UC Blue Ash Viewbook 2024-25

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from the Dean

Choosing the college you’re going to attend is a big decision. Our viewbook provides a snapshot of all the advantages you can expect at UC Blue Ash. This includes an authentic University of Cincinnati education through our 50-plus academic programs, academic support resources, small class sizes, low tuition, and countless opportunities to grow, both in and outside the classroom. You can also hear directly from our students, faculty, staff and alumni.

The most important thing I want you to know is that we are here for you. We have an unwavering commitment to your success and will do all we can to inspire and support you on your academic journey.

I hope you enjoy learning more about UC Blue Ash College, and I look forward to seeing you soon on our beautiful campus!

Sincerely,

Robin Lightner, PhD Dean, UC Blue Ash College

Scan to watch a welcome video from Dean Robin Lightner.

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Choose from more than 50 academic degree and certificate programs:

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Applied Graphic Communication Biological Sciences

ART, COMMUNICATION & SCIENCE PROGRAMS

Chemistry–AA Chemistry–ACS Communication (online option) Communication: Public Relations Engineering (Pre)

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Environmental Studies Law (Pre)

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Liberal Arts

Mortuary Science (Pre)

BUSINESS, LEADERSHIP & ADMINISTRATION PROGRAMS

(Bachelor of Technical & Applied Studies)+

Business Administration (Pre) (online option) Business Management Technology

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Organizational Leadership (Pre)

EDUCATION PROGRAMS

Sport Administration (Pre) Early Care and Education Early Childhood Education (Pre) Middle Childhood Education (Pre)

Language Arts / Mathematics / Natural Sciences / Social Studies

Secondary Education (Pre)

Chemistry / Life Sciences / Social Studies-History

Secondary Education (Pre) Language Arts / Math

Special Education (Pre) Exploratory Studies (Undecided) Technical Studies (ATS)

Business / Health Care / Information Technology

Transition to: College of Arts & Sciences – bachelor’s in chemistry (BA) Transition to: College of Arts & Sciences – bachelor’s in chemistry (BS) Transition to: College of Arts & Sciences – bachelor’s in communication Transition to: College of Arts & Sciences – bachelor’s in public relations Transition to: College of Engineering & Applied Science – bachelor’s in engineering Transition to: College of Arts & Sciences – bachelor’s in English Transition to: College of Arts & Sciences – bachelor’s in environmental studies Transition to: College of Arts & Sciences – bachelor’s in history

Transition to: any bachelor’s degree program at College of Arts & Sciences, including bachelor’s in liberal arts Specialized area of study – provides an extra credential upon graduation

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Transfer to: Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science (CCMS) – bachelor’s in mortuary science Provides certification for students who already hold a bachelor’s degree

Applied Administration (online)

Hospitality Management (available fall 2025)

CAREER PROGRAMS:

Career-oriented associate degrees prepare you for entrance into specific careers after two years of study.

Transition to: College of Arts & Sciences – bachelor’s in biological sciences

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Accountancy

Accounting / Financial Services / Management / Marketing

TRANSITION PROGRAMS:

Transition-oriented associate degrees are aligned with specific bachelor’s degree programs at UC colleges.

Pre-professional track – choose liberal arts

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Media Criticism & Journalism

WHERE IT WILL TAKE YOU

Begin your career: Graphic Designer, Production Artist Transition to: College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning—after first year may apply to the bachelor’s program in communication design**

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English History

BACHELOR’S DEGREE

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE ASSOCIATE DEGREE

ONE-YEAR CERTIFICATE

UC Blue Ash College Degree & Certificate Programs

WHAT YOU EARN NON-DEGREE PROGRAM

CHOOSE A PROGRAM

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Advance your career: Communication, community & leadership skills Transition to: Carl H. Lindner College of Business – bachelor’s in business administration** Begin your career: Entry level accounting positions, insurance agent, customer service rep., financial planning, business manager, retail sales, sales promotion, sales management Begin your career: Hospitality management Transition to: College of Arts & Sciences – bachelor’s in organizational leadership Transition to: College of Education, Criminal Justice and Human Services (CECH) – bachelor’s in sport administration** Transition to: College of Education, Criminal Justice and Human Services (CECH) – bachelor’s in early childhood care and education** Transition to: College of Education, Criminal Justice and Human Services (CECH) – bachelor’s in education** A bachelor’s degree in education is the minimum educational requirement for entering the teaching profession. These programs provide the first two years toward completion of the corresponding bachelor’s degree at the College of Education, Criminal Justice, and Human Services (CECH).** Students must be admitted into the CECH cohort through a selective admissions process for completion of the bachelor’s degree and teacher licensure.

These one-year programs (non-degree) provide the first year of the baccalaureate program at the College of Education, Criminal Justice, and Human Services (CECH). Students completing the first year must apply to and be accepted into the program at CECH. For students who have not selected a program, Exploratory Studies provides core classes for the first year of study before transitioning into selected program.

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For graduates of Ohio Technical Center programs, this associate degree completion program translates technical program clock hours into free block technical credit toward a general associate degree.

Visit ucblueash.edu/academics for program details and requirements.

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Advanced Medical Imaging Technology (Pre) Applied Administration: Healthcare Leadership (BTAS)+ (online)

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Dental Hygiene Technology*

Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary (EFDA)* Apply via Pre Health Professions.

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HEALTH CARE PROGRAMS

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Medical Laboratory Science (Pre) Medicine (Pre)

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Radiologic Imaging Technology* Apply via Pre Health Professions.

Veterinary Medicine (Pre)

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Veterinary Technology* SOCIAL SCIENCE PROGRAMS

Apply via Pending Vet Tech.

Criminal Justice (Pre)

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Deaf Studies Neuroscience (Pre) Psychology Social Work (Pre) Animation

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TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS

Applied Media Communications

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Interactive Web Multimedia

Begin your career: Medical assistant Transition to: College of Allied Health Sciences – bachelor’s in medical laboratory sciences** Pre-professional track – choose biological sciences, chemistry, or health sciences (pre)

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Transition to: College of Allied Health Sciences – bachelor’s in nutrition and dietetics** Begin your career: Registered Nurse or Transition to: College of Nursing – complete bachelor’s degree in RN–BSN mobility program Transition to: College of Pharmacy – apply to the PharmD program**

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Transition to: UC’s College of Medicine (CoM) – bachelor’s in public health** Begin your career: Radiologic technologist Transition to: College of Allied Health Sciences – bachelor’s in speech language & hearing sciences** Pre-professional track – choose biological sciences, chemistry, or health sciences (pre) Begin your career: Veterinary technician or continue in a veterinary technologist program Transition to: College of Education, Criminal Justice and Human Services (CECH) – bachelor’s in criminal justice Provides certification for students who already hold a bachelor’s degree Transition to: College of Arts & Sciences – bachelor’s in neuroscience Transition to: College of Arts & Sciences – bachelor’s in psychology Transition to: College of Allied Health Sciences – bachelor’s in social work** Specialized area of study – provides an extra credential upon graduation.

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Applied Media Communications (certificate)

Information Technology

Transition to: College of Allied Health Sciences – bachelor’s in health sciences**

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Public Health (online option)

Speech, Language & Hearing Sciences (Pre)

Begin your career: Health care support technician

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Nursing, RN Technology* Pharmacy (Pre)

Transition to: College of Education, Criminal Justice and Human Services (CECH) to complete a bachelor’s degree**

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Nutrition and Dietetics (Pre) Apply via Pre Health Professions.

Advance your career: Graduates will be eligible to sit for the written and didactic EFDA board examination to become a fully registered EFDA.

Students wishing to apply to the Dental Hygiene, EFDA, Nursing and Radiologic Technology programs apply via this program.

Health Sciences (Pre)

Medical Assisting Services

Advance your career: Communication, community & healthcare leadership skills Begin your career: Dental Hygienist

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Health Care Support Technician

Pre-Athletic Training / Pre-Medicine / Pre-Physical Therapy Pre-Occupational Therapy / Pre-Physician Assistant

Transition to: College of Allied Health Sciences – bachelor’s in advanced medical imaging technology**

Pre-professional track – choose biological sciences, chemistry, or health sciences (pre)

Exercise Science

Health Professions (Pre)

CAREER PROGRAMS:

Career-oriented associate degrees prepare you for entrance into specific careers after two years of study.

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Begin your career: publishing, television, advertising, photography, motion pictures Transition to: College Conservatory of Music (CCM)** Begin your career: publishing, television, advertising, photography, motion pictures

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** Some UC colleges or programs within them have selective admissions or specific GPA requirements; transition eligibility is not guaranteed.

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TRANSITION PROGRAMS:

Transition-oriented associate degrees are aligned with specific bachelor’s degree programs at UC colleges.

Begin your career: AI specialist Transition to: Continue your education in a variety of disciplines related to business analytics, computer science, information technology, mathematics or statistics.

Begin your career: computer networking, database management Transition to: College of Education, Criminal Justice, and Human Services** Specialized area of study – provides an extra credential upon graduation

* These programs participate in a selective admissions process. Contact the department for detailed information.

Please note there are earlier application deadlines for the selective admissions programs.

Dentistry (Pre)

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WHERE IT WILL TAKE YOU

+ Associate degree from an accredited institution required to apply to this program.

Apply via Pre Health Professions.

BACHELOR’S DEGREE

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE ASSOCIATE DEGREE

ONE-YEAR CERTIFICATE

UC Blue Ash College Degree & Certificate Programs

WHAT YOU EARN NON-DEGREE PROGRAM

CHOOSE A PROGRAM

94%

OF STUDENTS SAY THEY WOULD RECOMMEND UC BLUE ASH TO A FRIEND OR FAMILY MEMBER.

4,500+

STUDENT ENROLLMENT UC Blue Ash continues to be one of the largest regional colleges in Ohio.

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Our average class size is just 20 students.

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FIRST GENERATION STUDENTS Nearly half of our students are the first in their family to attend college

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More than 26,000 UC Blue Ash alumni are making an impact around the world and right here in Greater Cincinnati.

Visit ucblueash.edu/fast-facts for more information about our college.

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TOP 5 PROGRAM Our most popular programs, by enrollment: Pre-Business Administration Pre-Health Professions Pre-Engineering Information Technology Psychology

NEW!

MICRO-CREDENTIALS Micro-credentials are short, focused learning experiences designed to provide in-demand skills, know-how, and experience, often in preparation for a credentialing exam. We now offer: • Central Service Technician • EKG (Electrocardiogram) • Electronic Health Records • Equity, Inclusion, & Diversity of the Human Experience • General X-Ray Machine Operator • Health Unit Coordinator • Patient Care Technician • Phlebotomy Learn more at: ucblueash.edu/academics/majors/microcredentials

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WE REACRH E H G HI Emerald Shockley has always felt a calling to help others, so she gravitated toward a career in nursing. Being an exceptional student, she had her choice of colleges to attend. She found the perfect nursing program and the kind of college experience she was looking for close to home at UC Blue Ash. “I really like that the campus is small and friendly, and that the class sizes are small. Everybody is your cheerleader. From your professors to your classmates, to the dean of the college, everybody really is here for you.”

Emerald also found a campus community that is diverse, fun and engaging. Along with being in our Honors program, she joined the Sister Circle student organization, and served as a student orientation leader and student ambassador.

“College is an investment in yourself, and you don’t want to waste that investment. So, if there is something I can learn from, like a club or an experience from talking to somebody, I’ve taught myself to just go after it.”

Emerald started her career as a registered nurse while continuing her education at UC’s College of Nursing. Her future plans include becoming a nurse practitioner and possibly pursuing her doctorate.

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Eric Kniffen set a very high standard as a student at UC Blue Ash College. His exceptional performance in the classroom led to him being named the 2024 UC Blue Ash Honor Student of the Year, while his impressive level of involvement on campus added to his overall student experience.

Eric has served as a tutor in our Science Learning Lab, a peer career coach for our Career Services office, a student orientation leader, and a student ambassador.

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improved my campus life and helped me feel more connected.”

As a high-achieving student, Eric also participated in the UC Blue Ash Honors Program.

Eric is taking the next steps toward his bachelor’s degree in biological sciences at UC’s College of Arts & Sciences with plans to then pursue graduate school.

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DEGREE & CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS Nearly all of our programs allow you to transition to a bachelor’s degree program on our campus or at UC’s Uptown campus.

BIOLOGY PROFESSOR YOSHI ODAKA, PHD COLLABORATES WITH HONORS STUDENTS ON HIGH-LEVEL RESEARCH PROJECTS

We also offer programs that prepare you to start your career in just two years.

For a full listing of our academic programs, visit

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HISTORY PROFESSOR MATT NORMAN, PHD WON THE PRESTIGIOUS ABRAHAM LINCOLN INSTITUTE BOOK AWARD FOR HIS GROUNDBREAKING RESEARCH ON THE FORMER PRESIDENT

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Our low student to faculty ratio ensures small class sizes and personalized instruction.

MEET SOPHIA SHARPSHAIR As one of 12 children in her family, Sophia Sharpshair found herself helping care for her younger siblings from time to time.

That experience not only provided for a lot of chaos and fun as she was growing up, it helped shape the plans for her future career.

“There were a lot of other career options I looked at and it always came back to early care and education because I really love caring for children. They’re so impressionable and they’re always learning and searching for knowledge. It’s really beautiful to watch them grow.”

Sophia always knew she wanted to go to UC and found she really liked the smaller campus and class sizes at UC Blue Ash. She 12

enrolled in our Early Care and Education program and immediately felt a connection with the faculty due to the time and attention they are able to provide our students.

“What I love about UC Blue Ash is being part of a school that really cares about their students. I really feel like I’m seen by my professors. They know my strengths and weaknesses of where I could grow as a teacher.”

Sophia also benefited from program’s requirement for students to get valuable inclassroom experience with young children.

She graduated in spring 2024 and is already starting her career as a teacher in early childcare.

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WE’RE HERE TO SUPPORT YOUR SUCCESS

MEET KELSI BECKER, PHD

On-campus service offices provide students with hands-on tools that help them succeed at UC Blue Ash College.

• Academic Advising • Accessibility Resources • Career Services • Enrollment Services • Library • Student Life & Success

Exercise science and public health professor Kelsi Becker cares deeply about her students -- and it shows. Her greatest joy is in getting to know them as individuals and helping them reach their full potential.

“I love seeing students learn while

“My favorite thing about teaching

a little creativity.“

FREE LEARNING LABS

hearing our students’ opinions and

Academic support labs are staffed with friendly faces to assist with 1:1 tutoring or small group help.

• Language and Culture Resource Center • Accounting Lab • Science Learning Lab • William R. Deane Learning Lab • Writing and Study Skills Center

MEET ERIC VAN HOOSE, PHD

at UCBA is the community. I love thoughts; it makes me excited to see the diverse and powerful future that is ahead of us!“ She understands that college can be a huge developmental transition for some students, and it’s easy to get stuck in cycles of isolation from one another.

smiling and laughing, connecting with classmates, and being active.

Learning does not have to be conventional, sometimes it requires

Outside the classroom, Kelsi enjoys conducting research in her areas of expertise. She is currently working with faculty in our dental hygiene program to collect data on student health practices. She hopes to use this research to get a pulse on the well-being of our students, identify areas of health they’re lacking in, and educate them on positive health behaviors.

As a professor, Kelsi is determined to break her students out of their shells and show them the joy that can come with learning. She uses popular activities like Fit Fridays, Speed Dating and Minute to Win It exam reviews to get students moving and building relationships with classmates.

Eric Van Hoose, Director of the Writing & Study Skills Center, truly helps students make the best of themselves. He works with students in all disciplines to refine their writing skills and develop strategies to help them succeed in the classroom.

A fiction writer and an avid reader himself, Eric is passionate about helping students grow as writers and igniting their passions.

“I love seeing students overcoming challenges and gaining new insight into themselves and the world. Helping others achieve their goals is the most fulfilling part of my job. “ The Writing & Study Skills Center offers free individual and group tutoring sessions to help students build the foundational skills they need to thrive in college and beyond.

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OUR ALUMS RISE FAST & GO FAR

Meet two of our recent alumni who are receiving national recognition right here in Cincinnati. They were each selected to the 2024 Forbes 30 Under 30 list for our region.

Chase Crawford is the founder of Four by Three, a production company that works on feature films, documentaries, stand-up comedy specials, and music videos across the U.S. He has worked with a growing list of well-known actors and comedians that include Nate Bargatze, Hasan Minhaj, and Adam Conover. Chase pursued a communication degree at our college while also taking some business courses. “I had a great time at UC Blue Ash. I really enjoyed Professor Stan Adams and his business law class. I learned so much from that class. I still use what I learned every day with my company.”

Romain Mayambi is in demand for his talent as an acclaimed photographer and creative director. His work, which showcases community and history in Cincinnati, has attracted over 85,000 followers on Instagram and has been featured in exhibitions, publications and signature events across the region including BLINK Cincinnati, a festival of light and art that takes over the city each year.

Romain attended our college, along with several of his siblings, to study business administration. He went on to complete his bachelor’s degree in finance from UC’s Lindner College of Business.

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HALF THE PRICE. ALL THE VALUE.

Our tuition is about half that of many other colleges and universities. That means you’ll get an authentic University of Cincinnati education at a great value.

OUR TUITION GUARANTEE

When you confirm your admission, the tuition rates are frozen for you, and will remain the same throughout the completion of your degree. uc.edu/about/bursar/tuition-fees/guarantee-policy

PART-TIME

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$3,232

$6,464

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$233

$466

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$11

$135

$270

Ohio Resident Total*

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$3,600

$7,200

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$366

$4,399

$8,798

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$666

$7,999

$15,998

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We recognize residents of Indiana and Kentucky and their proximity to campus by offering a metropolitan tuition rate. admissions.uc.edu/tuition-aid/kyin

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$407

$4,884

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*Tuition and fees are for 12-18 hours per semester. This does not include additional costs such as books, lab/college/program fees, the first year student success fee and health insurance premiums. Some UCBA technology and health care programs may have additional program fees. Visit ucblueash.edu/fees for complete details.

UCBA students registering as part-time students with Uptown campus courses will be charged appropriate Uptown campus fees.

Full-time students matriculated at UCBA pay full-time UCBA fees; however, if taking 7 or more credit hours of Uptown courses, students will be charged a differential fee. Fees are subject to change by the UC Board of Trustees.** Tuition rates as of August 2024.

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Financial Aid Checklist

APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID Students interested in applying for financial aid must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at studentaid.gov. The FAFSA is available to all students on or before December 1. Because some aid programs are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, an early application receives priority consideration for limited funding sources.

List UC’s Title IV Code (003125) when filling out the FAFSA to ensure that UC’s Financial Aid office receives your information. Also remember that applying for financial aid is an annual process.

Complete a FAFSA online at studentaid.gov.

UC FAFSA code is 003125.

Allow 4-6 weeks for processing.

Once you receive your Student Aid Report (SAR), review for corrections. If none are needed, keep in a file for future use.

Once you have been admitted and you receive your SAR, check your Bearcat Portal/Catalyst for your aid status.

Once your aid has been accepted, complete loan counseling, and sign promissory notes online by visiting uc.edu/enrollment-services.

Scholarships Academic Achievement Scholarship The Academic Achievement Scholarship is awarded automatically to incoming freshmen. To qualify, you must: • have not previously attended another college or university as a degree-seeking student; • have a final 3.2 min. (unweighted) high school GPA; • enroll as a full-time, degree-seeking student at UC Blue Ash College; • submit a completed admission application (including transcript & application fee) by December 1 of your senior year; • confirm your admission on or before May 1; • submit your official, final high school transcript showing date of graduation by July 1.

For details, visit: ucblueash.edu/admissions/ financial/achievement UC Blue Ash Honors Scholarship All students enrolled in the UC Blue Ash Honors program automatically receive a $500 scholarship for every semester they are in the program. Students also have the opportunity to apply for special scholarships available to Honors students. ucblueash.edu/academics/success/honors

ucblueash.edu/admissions/financial/ donor-scholarships

Grants Awarded based on need, grants do not require repayment. Find our list of grant programs at: uc.edu/about/financial-aid/aid/grants Cincinnati Pride Grant Graduates of Cincinnati Public Schools (CPS) who have not attended college can be considered for the Cincinnati Pride Grant (CPG). The Cincinnati Pride Grant recognizes UC’s long-standing partnership with the Cincinnati Public School System and reaffirms its commitment to CPS’s graduates.

Eligibility & Application After applying for admission to UC, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). CPS students who are determined to be Federal Pell Grant-eligible will automatically be considered for CPG. The CPG program covers the full cost of tuition and provides a book allowance for graduates of Cincinnati Public Schools. By combining federal, state, and institutional aid, CPG ensures that students who may not otherwise afford a college education have access to these opportunities. uc.edu/about/financial-aid/aid/grants/cpg

Loans Federal Subsidized & Unsubsidized Direct Loans • Max. combined amounts based on need: Freshman Sophomore Junior/Senior

Dependent Independent $5,500 $9,500 $6,500 $10,500 $7,500 $12,500

Federal Subsidized Direct Loan • Federally funded long-term loan certified and transmitted by UC • Based on financial need Federal Unsubsidized Direct Loan • Federally funded long-term loan certified and transmitted by UC • Based on FAFSA • Interest accrues when loan is disbursed.

You may choose to pay interest while enrolled or allowing it to capitalize onto principal Federal Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS) • Federally funded long-term loan certified and transmitted by UC • Parent/Step-parent of dependent student; credit approval following completion of promissory note • Maximum amount cannot exceed budgeted cost of attendance less other aid

Work Study/Federal Work-Study • For information on UC Blue Ash student positions, visit tinyurl.com/ucbastudentjobs • Federally subsidized employment program awarded by UC • Based on financial need; early aid application • Earning eligibility to $3,000 • Will receive biweekly paycheck based on hours worked; hourly wage depends on job

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ADMISSION Applications must be submitted DEADLINES by the following deadlines: Fall

July 1

August 1

August

December 1 for Academic Scholarship Consideration

May 1 for Academic Scholarship and UC Housing Consideration

Spring

November 15

December 15

Summer

March 15

April 15

January Varies (several sessions)

ENROLLMENT STEPS

Apply for Admission Submit application online at ucblueash.edu/admissions.

Confirm Your Admission Submit confirmation form ucblueash.edu/confirm

Take Placement Tests For testing information refer to: ucblueash.edu/placement

Pay $50 Application Fee (online).

Pay $50 confirmation/ matriculation fee (online)

Placement tests are required at no additional cost.

Testing exemptions: Applicable transfer credit, AP scores, or qualifying ACT/SAT scores.

Submit your high school transcript (unofficial or official transcripts are accepted for the application review process) to: University of Cincinnati • Office of Admissions PO Box 210091 • Cincinnati, OH 45221-0091 *Official transcripts must be sent directly from the school in a sealed envelope. See transcript requirements below.

Your application will be reviewed after all documents have been received.

Notification of admission decisions will be sent by email.

Check your status online: ucblueash.edu/status Send FINAL high school transcript AFTER graduation (before July, required for financial aid).

Apply for Financial Aid Apply at: studentaid.gov (free) UC/UCBA Code: 003125 *Start early for best results. (Available beginning in October.)

Questions about the application?

(513)556-1100 or admissions@uc.edu

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ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP CONSIDERATION: Incoming first-time freshman who enroll full-time as a degree-seeking student at UCBA and have: 1) a completed admission application (to include transcript & application fee)

by December 1st of their senior year, 2) a completed admission confirmation on or before May 1st, and 3) a final high school GPA of at least 3.2, are eligible for an automatic UC Blue Ash College Academic Achievement Scholarship (amount varies).

Full details online at ucblueash.edu/ scholarships.

HONORS PROGRAM: Students with a high school GPA of at least 3.2 and an ACT score of 25 or higher qualify for the UCBA Honors Program and an Honors Scholarship in the amount of $1,000.

If you do not confirm, you will not be able to enroll. Financial aid is not possible if you do not confirm and submit a final transcript.

Questions about confirmation?

(513)556-1100 or admissions@uc.edu

Please note that only ACT/SAT scores sent directly from ACT. org or collegeboard.org will be recognized as official.

UC ACT code = 3340 UC SAT code = 1833 Questions about testing?

556-1100 or placementtesting@ucblueash.edu

Attend Orientation Select an orientation session online after you complete placement testing: ucblueash.edu/orientation To make your transition smooth and successful, we have several orientation programs for all new students and their parents/family members. Participants will learn about our college policies, procedures and community. During first-year orientation, students will meet with their academic advisors and register for classes.

Orientation is required for all first-year students; transfer students are strongly encouraged to attend an orientation.

Questions about orientation?

(513)558-9429 UCBlueAshSLS@uc.edu

High School Transcripts

College Transcripts

• Required or GED • FINAL transcript must be sent upon graduation— inform your high school.

• Exceptions: 30 semester or 45 quarter college credits

• Official transcripts are required from every college you have attended regardless of the number of credit hours you took or the grades you earned.

• It is required to submit final transcripts from current coursework after completion.

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Notice of Non-Discrimination The University of Cincinnati does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, veteran status or gender identity and expression in its programs and activities.

The university does not tolerate discrimination, harassment, or retaliation on these bases and takes steps to ensure that students, employees, and third parties are not subject to a hostile environment in university programs or activities.

The university responds promptly and effectively to allegations of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. It promptly conducts investigations and takes appropriate action, including disciplinary action, against individuals found to have violated its policies, as well as provides appropriate remedies to complainants and the campus community. The university takes immediate action to end a hostile environment if one has been created, prevent its recurrence, and remedy the effects of any hostile environment on affected members of the campus community.

UC is committed to the ideal of universal Web accessibility and strives to provide an accessible Web presence that enables all university community members and visitors full access to information provided on its websites. Every effort has been made to make these pages as accessible as possible in accordance with the applicable guidelines.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding discrimination, harassment, or retaliation based on sex, sexual orientation, gender, and gender identity or expression: Title IX Coordinator, 3115 Edwards 1, 45 Corry Blvd., Cincinnati, OH 45221 513-556-3349; title9@ucmail.uc.edu

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding discrimination, harassment, or retaliation based on disability, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, age and veteran status: Section 504, ADA, Age Act Coord.

340 University Hall, 51 Goodman Drive Cincinnati, OH 45221-0039 513-556-6381; HRONESTP@ucmail.uc.edu

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UC Blue Ash College Viewbook, Rev. 8/2024

UC BLUE ASH SHUTTLE

Only 12 miles separates UC Blue Ash from the UC Uptown campus, keeping students connected. A free campus shuttle operates each weekday between the two campuses during fall and spring semesters.

BUS SERVICE TO OUR FRONT DOOR

Queen City Metro’s Rt. 4/Montgomery Road bus stops in front of Muntz Hall on our campus, providing easy access from anywhere in the city.