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We understand that modern students are busy, active, and career-focused. That's why UC Online makes it easy to obtain a degree without compromising your career. Our fully-accredited online degrees and certificates are some of the highest-ranked in the nation. Take the next step in your career, develop new skills, and cultivate in-depth knowledge with one of our programs with the options listed below.

Areas of Study

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Athletics

Our programs prepare students to be leaders in the sports industry through experience-based learning, best-practice approaches, and industry collaborations.

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Behavior Analysis

Whether you have experience as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) or background in a different setting, your goal of becoming a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) is obtainable at the University of Cincinnati Online. Gain cutting-edge marketability, knowledge, and skills to increase your earning potential while improving the quality of life of others.

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Business

Earn your Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from the nationally acclaimed Carl H. Lindner College of Business at the University of Cincinnati. Enjoy the flexibility to study at your own pace, anytime, and from anywhere in the world.

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Communication

Communication is the cornerstone of success in today’s interconnected world. From effective persuasion, to improving interpersonal relationships, to critiquing a public statement, there are highly valuable and sought-after skills that you can gain by studying communication.

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Criminal Justice

The University of Cincinnati’s online Criminal Justice programs are built to provide students with the understanding of the criminal justice process. The demand for individuals in criminal justice continues to grow as the population increases. Offered entirely online, students may enroll in the spring, summer and fall semesters.

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Education

Explore programs designed to empower future educators and leaders with innovative teaching strategies, curriculum development, and educational leadership.

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Engineering

Gain technical expertise and problem-solving skills in various engineering fields, preparing for innovation and leadership in today’s technology-driven industries.

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Geographic Sciences

Learn about mapping, spatial analysis, and the relationship between people and their environments with programs in geographic sciences.

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Health & Human Services

Focus on serving communities through programs centered on social services, public health, wellness, and human development.

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Health Care

Prepare yourself to advance in one of the nation's fastest-growing industries with UC's flexible, online health care programs.

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Hospitality

Our flexible online programs are designed to accommodate your busy professional and personal life while providing the education you need to advance your career in hospitality.

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Information Systems

Our flexible programs are designed to allow you to continue working full-time while taking advantage of one of the best business programs in the country.

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Information Technology

Whether you are just getting started in the field of IT, looking to get into the business technology field, or have years of experience, UC Online has a degree that fits your needs. All of our programs are 100% online and offer flexibility to meet the demands of your schedule.

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Instructional Design & Technology

The University of Cincinnati’s online Instructional Design and Technology programs focus on the design, development, and evaluation of instructional materials and programs, and the use of technology in the delivery of educational and training services.

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Interdisciplinary Studies

Your interests and passions are unique, so your degree should be, too. The University of Cincinnati’s online Associate of Individualized Study in Interdisciplinary Studies (AIS) degree program is an educational pathway with multiple fields of study, allowing you to create your own major. The fully online AIS program is credit-transfer friendly, affordable, and provides the flexibility needed to apply previously earned credits towards a degree pathway individually designed for you. Let us help you complete the next step towards reaching your goals while still balancing other life responsibilities.

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Law

Propel your career in the legal field with a degree from the University of Cincinnati Online. Our accredited law and paralegal programs offer flexibility, unparalleled accessibility to quality education, and a foundation for your future in an in-demand field.

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Leadership

Whether you are just starting your college career or giving it another go, the University of Cincinnati Online can help you reach your leadership goals.

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Nursing

As the largest segment in the healthcare workforce, nurses combine knowledge, compassion, and skills to play a key role in increasing the quality, safety, and accessibility of care for all. The University of Cincinnati Online aims to support the development of new skills and practice innovations by enhancing the knowledge and expertise of practicing nurses.

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Pharmacy

The UC James L. Winkle College of Pharmacy seeks to develop progressive pharmacy practitioners and researchers to lead the evolution of healthcare by educating students through collaborative research opportunities and real-world experience.

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Planning

Continue working full-time while advancing your career through one of the best planning schools in the country.