Most colleges allow you to order copies of transcripts online, by mail, or in person via the office of admissions or registrar’s office. You’ll complete a transcript request form, you may pay a small fee, and have to provide proof of identification.
If you don’t know where to start when requesting transcripts, usually, the easiest way to locate your previous college transcripts is to conduct an online search for “(your previous school name here) transcript request.”
*Please note that international transcripts must be evaluated from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).
Tuition is calculated on a per-credit basis. Refer to the Tuition and Fees Chart for more details.
Yes, depending on the program. UC will conduct a general education requirement to check to make sure you have all of the necessary courses. Anything that doesn’t meet the UC general education requirement will need to be taken again.
Yes. There is a chance if certain conditions are met. These could include taking a graduate entry exam (i.e. GRE, GMAT), being conditionally admitted, or working with the program director on other ways to demonstrate your likelihood for success if admitted into the program.
No. You must choose one program to apply for in any given semester.
UC does not provide scholarships specifically for online programs. However, we do offer a University to Business tuition scholarship for employees of our partner organizations. These tuition scholarships are also available to spouses and dependents of employees at our partner organizations. For more information, please visit our partner list.
The University of Cincinnati does not require students in the online Doctorate of Clinical Laboratory Science program to travel for their required residency. The residency is designed to be completed over three semesters and can be partially completed at home and local affiliated sites depending on your location within the U.S.
Visit the DCLS curriculum page for more details on the program classes!
Yes! UC’s AAB in IT is designed to transfer seamlessly to our Bachelor of Science in Information Technology or Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity, both of which have online and on-campus options.
Full-time with no transfer credit, it will take you five semesters (under two years) to complete the associate degree including summer semesters. Attending part-time with no transfer credit you can expect to complete the associate degree in two years including summer semesters.
Summer semester for the Associate Financial Management program means a semester similar to fall and spring semester in duration and credits is required to graduate within two years.
Students outside the Greater Cincinnati/ Northern Kentucky area will work with the program Field Director to identify a suitable placement. This process is open to input, but suggested sites must be vetted before being approved.
At UC, we work hard to get our programs recognized by as many states as possible. Please refer to our State Authorization page to understand what UC programs your state accepts.
At UC Online, we pride ourselves in admitting highly qualified students and helping them achieve their dreams and goals. To do this, we assign a Student Success Coordinator to help each student navigate what is needed to get their degree. Our goal is always to get 100% of students to graduate, but ultimately graduation depends on the student and the amount of work they are willing to put in to get their degree.
Programs can be completed full-time or part-time. Many programs are set up to be part-time, with most containing fewer than 10 credit hours in any given semester. We know you have a lot going on, so want to make sure that school can fit into your schedule. Note: There are some exceptions.
To be a part-time student, you only need to take 1 credit hour a semester. Most students take between 3-6 credit hours (1-2 classes) each semester.
It is important that you factor in Financial Aid when considering your class load. The number of hours you take each semester directly impacts your eligibility for Financial Aid.
Each program will also have its own plan of study. At UC, you will have a Student Success Coordinator help guide you through how many courses you should be taking and in what order. They’re here to help you on your journey to graduation.
Yes. Our online students are no different from our on-campus students in that way. You get a specific ID that you can use to navigate different systems at UC and for potential student discounts.
The University of Cincinnati is a regionally accredited school which is the highest level of accreditation possible. For specific program accreditation details, please see your program information pages. There are different organizational accreditations as well.
The ability to take semesters off varies based on whether you are an undergraduate or a graduate student.
– You must take at least 1 credit hour in any 3 consecutive semesters to maintain active undergraduate student status.
– You must take at least 1 credit hour in a given academic year to maintain active graduate student status.
– Always check with your Student Success Coordinator or Academic Advisor prior to taking any semesters off as there could be nuances that are specific to your degree program.
No. your degree will be conferred by the University of Cincinnati, which will also be reflected on your transcripts and degree.
Some programs do have an orientation that is expected to be completed before classes start. If your program has an orientation, you will receive a notification regarding when it needs to be completed and what is expected of you during the orientation. Usually, the orientation helps ground the student in how to use the online learning tools they will be using to complete their coursework.
Classes are asynchronous, some classes are in a 7-week format some are in a 14-week format. You can log on anytime 24/7 to complete your coursework. Some, but not all tests are proctored using exam proctoring software.
Yes, to walk across the stage for your graduation. (Just kidding, that is optional!)
The University of Cincinnati’s online programs are truly all online, requiring no on-campus visits. There are a few rare exceptions and those are noted on the program information pages.
Yes! There are no restrictions as to how many or how few credits you take in either half-term session. To maintain good standing with the University, students need to take at least one credit per academic year.
If you are using Federal Financial Aid, you can collect it as long as you fulfill the 5 credit hour requirement per semester. Here are some examples of what that timing could look like for a student:
For questions about your specific enrollment needs, please contact your advisor.
Study time will vary based on the course, the number of courses you are taking, and the individual student. On average, most students spend 3-5 hours studying each week for every credit hour they take. So for a 3 credit hour course, a student should plan to spend 9-15 hours studying in additional course time.
Yes. The vast majority of our students work throughout their time in their academic program. It is important to assess course load and financial aid to understand how to balance school and work.
If possible, students may cut down on their work hours during a clinical portion of a program.
Yes. Although UC Online programs follow the same academic calendar, they have unique schedules depending on the course.
(There are a few exceptions to the asynchronous components, please view program FAQs for more information)
Our faculty members are very responsive to our students. They provide office hours and oftentimes their personal phone numbers, so students may easily schedule a time to discuss questions or issues.
The educational requirements for becoming a licensed Substance Abuse Counselor can vary by state. Before starting a program, we recommend thoroughly researching the academic requirements in your state. You can view if our program meets your state’s requirements here. Find our program under the College of Education, Criminal Justice, and Human Services.
Yes, there are significant opportunities for career advancement in hospitality management. The hospitality industry is broad and diverse, encompassing sectors like hotel and resort management, restaurant management, event planning, travel and tourism, cruise lines, and more. Entry-level roles such as front desk clerks, servers, or event coordinators can lead to mid-level positions like assistant managers or department heads. With experience, education, and additional qualifications, individuals can advance into senior roles such as general manager, director of operations, regional manager and other leadership positions.
What is asynchronous online learning? Fully asynchronous courses allow you flexibility in your schedule. Once enrolled in a program, you may view instructional materials when it works best for you as long as you meet course deadlines. There is no live video lecture component for this type of learning. For more information on asynchronous learning visit our blog post: Synchronous and Asynchronous Learning
Once enrolled, you’ll use tools like Canvas and meet with your Student Success Coordinator on a regular basis to ensure you’re on track to graduate. Learn more about the UC Online experience in the video below.
In very limited situations a program may offer pertinent courses you can take both on-campus and online. Typically, you choose your mode of education (in-person or distance) at the beginning of your program.
Students can be accepted into the Doctorate of Clinical Laboratory Science program from both the Bachelor’s and Master’s levels. Visit the DCLS program’s admission requirements page for the full requirements for both levels.
Yes. We want to make sure you put your new UC degree into action. Our career services team will assist by providing tips and suggestions to help you find your ideal next job.
There are a variety of payment options depending on your eligibility for Financial Aid. Please make sure you work with Financial Aid to understand your eligibility.
Yes. Many of our students qualify for some type of financial aid.
Sources of aid:
Yes. You will need to work with a program advisor to understand what credits will apply and meet the minimum requirement for credit hours completed at the University of Cincinnati.
Yes. You can provide additional recommendation letters. You can simply add the additional recommender’s contact email to your application. They will receive an email from UC asking for their recommendation. This can be a good idea if you’re worried about one of your recommenders not getting their letter in on time.
Some certificates qualify for financial aid, while other certificate programs do not qualify for financial aid. Ask your Enrollment Services Advisor to understand if your certificate program is financial aid eligible. Your Enrollment Services Advisor will also connect you with a Financial Aid Office representative to best understand all of your options.
You do not. Classes are asynchronous. You can log on anytime 24/7 to complete your coursework.
To enhance your experience and learning, many of our instructors offer online office hours held at a predetermined date and time.
Applications are reviewed three times a year in December, April, and August for any upcoming semester.
Deadlines:
Fall Deadline: August 13
Spring Deadline: December 11
Summer Deadline: April 22
Examples of careers our graduates pursue include:
According to ZipRecruiter, the national average salary for a High School Athletic Director is $91,484/year, $44/hour.
The AI in Business certificate enhances your skills in leveraging AI for business productivity and problem-solving, making you a valuable asset in a rapidly growing field. You will gain hands-on experience with the latest AI tools, which are highly sought after in today’s job market. Acquiring expertise in AI will position you as a valuable asset to your current or future employers and can lead to career advancement opportunities. The curriculum is designed by experts who are actively working on and researching the latest business applications of AI, ensuring that you are learning the most up-to-date and relevant skills to stay competitive in the job market.
As a student, you will gain access to Lindner’s extensive alumni network of 50,000 professionals, which can provide valuable connections, mentorship, and job placement assistance in this rapidly growing field.
Credits earned in the AI in Business certificate program can be applied towards a Master of Science in Information Systems or a Master of Science in Business Analytics degree. They may also be applied to UC’s MBA, providing a streamlined pathway to further your education and career prospects.
No prior experience with AI tools is required. However, a basic background in Python programming and information systems is helpful.
Students wishing to enroll as full time student for the Master’s in Business Analytics program need to refer to our on-campus program during this time.
What are the difference between the Associate Business Management degree, Associate Financial Management degree, and Associate Marketing management degree?
The degree names sound similar, and they’re offered by University of Cincinnati Online. Each program welcomes students from across Ohio and beyond our state — anyone who wants to work toward their associate degree online and still have time for work and personal obligations.
For more in-depth information read our blog post on the same subject: What Are the Differences Between the Business, Marketing and Financial Management Associate Degrees?
Full-time with no transfer credit, it will take you five semesters (under two years) to complete the associate degree including summer semesters. Attending part-time with no transfer credit you can expect to complete the associate degree in two years.
Summer semester for the Associate Business Management program means a semester similar to fall and spring semester in duration and credits is required to graduate within two years.
Choosing the best program for you depends on your long-term goals and priorities. If your goal is to pursue an online concentrated course of study in Marketing or Finance, then the Associate in Pre-Business and eventually the Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration – Marketing or Business Administration – Finance is probably the better option. The Pre-Business program requires quantitative courses such as six semester hours of both Calculus and Business Analytics. If your goal earning a degree which focuses on areas such as administration, communication, and information technology, then the Bachelor of Technical and Applied Studies (BTAS) program would be a better fit.
If you want to start your own business, both options are great. The BTAS program requires fewer quantitative courses such as the Calculus and Business Analytics courses mentioned above.
The admissions committee for the Master of Science in Information Systems considers the overall profile of each candidate including his or her undergraduate performance, GMAT or GRE scores, work experience, letters of recommendation, and extracurricular involvement before making an admission decision.
No. If you have completed courses in the business foundational subjects as part of your undergraduate program, those requirements may be waived for the master’s in information systems.
The MSIS program at UC Online is primarily a technical program. It focuses on the core aspects of Information Systems such as systems development, network design, data modeling, ERP, etc. That being said, as the program resides within the Lindner College of Business, students are offered business courses that help them increase their business acumen. Graduates of the MSIS program become technical professionals with sound business knowledge.
No, we accept applicants from all academic and professional backgrounds for the Master of Science in Information Systems program. Some of our most successful students have had backgrounds in fields as diverse as music and Spanish.
The University of Cincinnati MS Marketing program is available 100% online.
While you will never need to come to campus, you are invited to take an on-campus course if you want. Some of our on-campus classes are offered in a one-weekend format. There is also a study abroad course option if you want to participate in a one-week travel option for one of your elective courses.
And of course, you are invited to walk across the stage at your graduation ceremony in Cincinnati!
For details on the in-person experiences available to you, contact your Advisor for the most up-to-date information.
The GMAT/GRE is required for the MSIS program; however, waivers are available. Factors determining eligibility are listed below.
We highly recommend applying to your program of choice before taking the GMAT/GRE or sending us your scores.
You may be eligible for an entrance exam waiver if you:
MS Business Analytics class of 2021: Total students: 114 Total applications received: 425 Number of semesters: Two to three Average GMAT score: 657 Average GRE score: 319 Average first year salary: $106,000 (2022-23) Recent graduate placement rate: 97% (2020-2021) Average TOEFL score: 106 PhDs: 3 Female students: 30% Average age: 27 Average years of work experience: 4
Students work on real-world projects and learn skills in data visualization, statistical modeling, data mining, optimization, and simulation in order to proficiently analyze large datasets and to generate actionable insights.
University of Cincinnati Lindner College of Business students will learn a variety of skills from their MS in Information Systems. Those skills include:
If you are data driven, and highly analytical, a MS in Information Systems is the graduate degree you’ve been looking for.
MSIS students come to the program with very diverse backgrounds and professional goals, and they pursue a variety of roles after graduation. The Masters of Science in Information Systems program equips students with broad technical skills to be at the forefront of technological innovation and open doors in many technology management fields.
An example of our alumni job titles includes Data Analyst, Business Intelligence Consultant, Information Technology Consultant, IT Risk and Compliance Consultant, Product Intelligence Manager, Technical Program Manager, and more.
Learn more about the career services offered by the University of Cincinnati Online and the Lindner College of Business, by speaking with an Enrollment Services Advsior today.
Your master’s in business analytics prepares you to lead business decisions in a number of roles with titles such as:
According to business.uc.edu/career-services, our latest graduate class had an average starting salary of $106,000.
Yes! You can earn both an MS in Finance and an MBA online!
The GMAT and GRE are optional for admission to the MBA.
Applicants can submit scores to build a better picture for the admissions committee of their academic ability and aptitude.
All applications are considered holistically, with all aspects of the application carefully considered in the admissions process.
UC Online BOLT certificate graduates pursue a career in such titles as:
According to salary.com, the average salary for jobs that require blended learning skills is $142,813 (based on the United States national average).
Some of the biggest challenges (according to futureready.org) with blended learning include:
The 100% online BOLT certificate at the University of Cincinnati sets students up with the skills and techniques needed to overcome these obstacles.
Earning the Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages Endorsement creates additional opportunities for an educator’s career choices. The demand for teachers is constant and employment growth is high.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the need for ESOL teachers in particular was expected to be greater than average since the number of U.S. students who don’t speak English was predicted to continue to grow. While many people who pursue ESOL careers choose to become teachers, there also are opportunities available for those seeking jobs outside the traditional classroom. Available positions might include:
Connect with an advisor today!
Courses taken prior to admission into the graduate certificate program may be eligible for transfer into the program, if taken within 5 years prior to admission and if approved by the program faculty. Official paperwork is required and the appropriate forms may be obtained from the Director of Graduate Studies.
To maintain active status in the program, students must register for at least one credit every academic year. Degree requirements must be completed within 5 years of the date of admission. Practicum coursework cannot be transferred into the program and up to (9) semester credit hours can be transferred into the program upon approval of the department.
For more information, connect with an advisor today!
Earning the PreK-12 Reading Instruction Endorsement Graduate Certificate creates additional opportunities for an educator’s career choices. The demand for teachers is constant and employment growth is high. With an ever-increasing need to support literacy from pre-school to adult, some of the opportunities for graduates with the PreK-12 Reading Instruction Endorsement Certificate include:
You have the option to provide an original copy of scores taken within five years of the date of application. GRE scores are optional for admission to the Master’s degree program but are highly recommended to strengthen applications that may be weak in other areas. For example, applicants with less than a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 should include GRE scores with their application.
To ensure we receive the scores, both the university and the program to which scores are sent should be indicated on the order form. The code for the University of Cincinnati is 1833. You will then be prompted to select the program to which your scores are to be sent. Information on the procedures for taking the Graduate Record Examination can be obtained from http://www.ets.org/gre.
The Graduate Record Examination is offered regularly on the University of Cincinnati’s campus:
100 University Pavilion, 2618 McMicken Circle Cincinnati, OH 45221 513-556-7173
In a society in which employment and economic advancement increasingly depend on more developed and specialized skills, the handicap of illiteracy can only grow more severe. Here is why you should receive your MEd LSLS degree with UC online:
The promotion of literacy and language education is one of the great callings! Fewer missions are more effective than teaching people to read and communicate. Some of the professional opportunities for MEd LSLS graduates are:
A Master’s of Education in Curriculum and Instruction can lead to a variety of rewarding careers, which include:
A Master’s in Educational Leadership can lead to a variety of rewarding careers, which include:
According to gisgeography.com these are the types of jobs you can typically get with an MS in GIS are as follows;
According to psmarketresearch.com the market growth rate over the next 10 years in Geographic Information Systems is 11.6%. Companies are investing in this type of technology in a wide variety of industries
Here are some estimated salaries based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics:
These jobs have an average growth rate of 7% over the next 10 years.
Professionals from ANY laboratory background can qualify for the Master’s in Medical Laboratory Science Leadership program.
Applicants must have at least ONE of the following:
Full-time with no transfer credit, it will take you five semesters (under two years) to complete the associate degree including summer semesters. Attending part-time with no transfer credit you can expect to complete the associate degree in two years, including summer semesters.
Summer semester for the Associate Healthcare Management program means a semester similar to fall and spring semester in duration and credits is required to graduate within two years.
If you’re looking to get into the business side of the healthcare industry, an associate degree in Healthcare Management is an excellent first step toward reaching your career goals. Our Associate Healthcare Management curriculum focuses on specific business topics within healthcare, such as Healthcare Finance, Healthcare Compliance, and Healthcare Applications. General management programs won’t cover these specific healthcare industry topics and could put you ahead of the competition.
Suppose you choose to further your education after earning an associate degree in healthcare management. In that case, UC offers specific online healthcare bachelor degrees such as the Bachelor of Technical and Applied Studies in Healthcare Leadership or the Bachelor in Health Information Management.
Healthcare management is a growing career field. Employment in this field is projected to grow 28 percent (faster than average) from 2021 to 2031. Through 2031, the healthcare industry as a whole is estimated to have 16.97 million open positions, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
All of the University of Cincinnati’s online degree programs are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
No – the program is designed for currently licensed OTAs who are looking to obtain their bachelor’s degree, either for career advancement or in anticipation of applying to grad school to become occupational therapists or schooling in another discipline. The Pre-Occupational Therapy program is a stepping stone to grad school. You would be eligible to take the national certification exam after completing a master’s or doctorate-level occupational therapy program.
If students already have a bachelor’s degree and need a course or two to meet the prerequisites for OT school, they are welcome to take those classes online. However, they should apply through general UC admissions. Click here to view our curriculum online.
The majority apply to OT grad school to obtain their master’s or doctorate in OT. However, some go on to get a Master’s in Education, Public Health, or School Psychology. Possibilities are endless and up to the individual. Some students simply want to obtain a bachelor’s degree for career advancement.
Partially – it is a hybrid program with about a 60/40 split of on-campus/online. See the MOT page for further details.
No, the BS in Health Sciences – Pre-Occupational Therapy program is not a bridge program. Acceptance into the Pre-Occupational Therapy program does not guarantee admission into the UC Doctoral OT program. However, the UC OTD program does reserve 20% of its cohort spots for OTAs. In the past, these spots have been filled by graduates of the UC online Pre-Occupational Therapy program.
It takes students an average of two to four years to complete the program
Potential career opportunities after graduation include:
UC is committed to your success and provides dedicated support including:
Yes, by graduating from our program, you are eligible to sit for the certification exam. Starting in your first courses with us, we will prepare you with that end goal in mind.
Yes, UC, like most universities, has a process in place to evaluate work experience for credit toward clinical rotation. In the semesters leading to your clinical rotation semester (6th), we will provide you instructions on how to apply for Life Experience Credit and let you know how that might reduce or even eliminate your need for clinical rotations.
Yes, a total of 280 clinical hours in Blood Bank, Chemistry, Hematology, and Microbiology. Rotations are usually performed at the lab where you work (during unpaid hours) or in a combination of sites if your workplace does not have all of the required areas, such as Microbiology or Blood Bank.
Yes, we accept up to 60 semester credits toward the first two years of our bachelor’s program. These courses provide the foundation for our upper-level courses which complete the final years of the BS degree. We do not substitute MLS courses with MLT courses.
Yes. Homework is generally due each week. Most weeks will have a quiz or exam. For this reason, we require students to check their UC email account daily. The courses are designed for regular engagement.
Students follow an intentional sequence of courses. Our main didactic courses (Hematology, Chemistry, Immunohematology, and Microbiology) will be available on a rotating schedule; i.e. each course offered every five semesters. The first semester courses are available each semester and must be successfully completed prior to a student entering the main didactic courses. Once you complete the first five semesters, you will enter the 6th and 7th semesters which have courses that are offered each semester.
Yes, UC is an accredited school nationally, by Higher Learning Commission (HLC). The MLS programs are accredited by The National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS), the premier international agency for educational programs in laboratory sciences.
We want to help ensure you are prepared by requiring all of our starting students to take a free, non-credit pass/fail orientation before you begin your first course. Orientation runs for two weeks following a weekly schedule modeled on all of our MLS courses. You’ll learn the tools we’ll use in Canvas – which houses our online courses – and the program procedures you’ll need to know to get started.
There is no time like the present to enter the public health field! With the repercussions of COVID, experts say we are going to need more public health specialists in both developed and developing societies. The public health specialty that is particularly in high demand now is epidemiology. Epidemiologists make informed predictions and recommendations about prevalent illnesses by studying disease patterns and health trends within a particular population.
The BS in Public Health degree at The University of Cincinnati Online will set you up for success regardless of what career you choose in the Public Health Industry.
There is no time like the present to enter the public health field! The COVID-19 crisis has demonstrated the nation’s need for adequate and complete data in the establishment of public health policy. This requires professionals who understand how to collect reliable public health data and how to correctly analyze and interpret the data. More than ever, public health professionals are needed in government, public, private, academic, and non-profit settings.
The growing and evolving field of public health feature a variety of professional opportunities impacting communities in a positive way. Some examples of public health jobs are:
There are three starts in the academic year: Fall (August), Spring (January), and Summer (May).
Students must have at least 60 transferable college credits and a 2.75 cumulative GPA.
The general education requirements can be fulfilled at another institution or once enrolled at the University of Cincinnati. If the pre-requisite courses are completed at UC, the student may be admitted to the Online BSW Program under the condition that all pre-requisites be completed in accordance with an agreed-upon Plan of Study. Please see the General Education Requirements below.
GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
BIOL1021 Introductory Biology I
ECON1001 Microeconomics or ECON1002 Macroeconomics
ENG1001 English Composition
ENGL2089 Intermediate Composition
HIST1002 US History II
POL1010 Introduction to American Politics
PSYC1001 Introduction to Psychology
SOC1001 Introduction to Sociology
STAT1031 Statistics for Health Sciences
FOREIGN LANGUAGE or CULTURAL COMPETENCY COURSES 9-10 Credit Hours
FINE ARTS (3 Credits)
FREE ELECTIVE (3 Credits)
HUMANITIES Elective (3 Credits)
SOCIAL WORK PREP COURSES
SW1050 Introduction to Social Work and/or SW1051 Introduction to Social Welfare
*We offer an online course, SW3030, Introduction to Social Welfare, Institutions, and the Social Work Profession, for transfer students to meet the SW1050 and SW1051 requirement, provided a passing grade is earned.
SW2050 Families in America or SOC2075 Sociology of the Family
SW2055 Poverty in America or SOC2043 Contemporary Social Problems
*Transferology can be used to pre-determine how previous coursework will transfer.
Please contact an Enrollment Advisor at (888)628-3334 for a course planning guide.
Once the student is offered admission and has confirmed, an official credit evaluation will be completed.
The Bachelor of Social Work Online Program consists of 57 total credits.
Although the curriculum is the same for both the online and the face-to-face BSW programs, the delivery and pace of each may be more or less suitable dependent on student needs. The difference in their design makes it extremely difficult to transfer in and out of each. Doing so could result in a longer time to graduation and other administrative issues.
For this reason, transfer from one program to the other is granted in rare instances. Approval to change programs is required by your academic advisor and the Program Director of both the BSW face-to-face and distance learning programs.
Yes. Online Student Orientation is required for all incoming students. Orientation is scheduled two weeks before the start of the first semester and includes modules and assessments which help students gain the knowledge and skills needed to be successful in an online program.
Official transfer credit evaluations are completed when a student is offered admission and has confirmed. Please contact an Enrollment Advisor about completing a course planning guide.
Students are required to have a computer, tablet, or laptop with a reliable internet connection and both camera and microphone capability. Courses will require these tools for assignments and learning activities.
The required course load will vary from semester to semester but also depends on the credit hours you have already earned. Some semesters will require full-time enrollment, while others will only require a part-time course load. The BSW Online Program offers flexibility and convenience when it comes to learning while working and/or caring for loved ones. To ensure the successful and timely completion of the program, an individualized Academic Plan of Study will be created for each student.
It is recommended you should spend at least six to eight hours per week studying for each class.
To obtain the certificate, students must complete a total of 24 credit hours, 12 of which are required as part of the BSW Online Program. For more information on the Substance Abuse Counseling certificate, please visit the program page.
Students are expected to attend their field placement for 16 hours each week during each semester that they are in the field.
Placements during evenings and weekends are very rare. You should be prepared to make needed accommodations so that placements can take place during weekday hours.
Paid field placements are not common. Most field placement sites do not offer a stipend to the student. However, students are permitted to receive field placement stipends without prior approval by the School of Social Work.
Placements at the field placement site where the student is employed must be arranged by the Field Coordinator and approved by the Program Director. All requests for placements at a field placement site where the student is employed must be submitted in writing to the field coordinator one full semester prior to the semester the student is scheduled to begin their field experience. Students CANNOT receive fieldwork credit for their regular employment. To help minimize role confusion and to ensure a clear separation of field instruction and employment, such placements must be able to meet the following criteria:
1. The field instructor cannot be the student’s direct-line supervisor.
2. The field instructor must meet the requirements of the School of Social Work.
3. Fieldwork experiences must be educationally focused and meet all the requirements of the field instruction program.
4. Fieldwork activities must be conducted in a different department of division of the field site.
5. Fieldwork tasks and assignments must be separated from the normal employment tasks and assignments, thus providing the student with a distinct and different set of learning opportunities and experiences.
6. Specific days of blocks of time must be designated for fieldwork.
BSW students typically enroll in their field placements in the 5th and 6th semesters of the program. Students are expected to attend the same placement for two consecutive semesters for a total of 448 hours (224 total hours each semester). Online students will be placed in an agency in the metropolitan area closest to where they live.
At the School of Social Work, we are committed to ensuring your time in the academic program is both pleasant and successful. The Student Success Coordinator at UC Online will be available to help with any non-academic questions you may have. Your Program Coordinator will help answer any academic-related questions as well as assist you with the course and career planning. UC Online and the School of Social Work are here to support and guide you throughout your time in the program.
Prior to beginning your first semester, you will be enrolled and required to complete an Online Orientation. The Orientation will provide you with the knowledge and skills necessary to be successful in an online program. Additionally, an online Community Board will be available to you and includes links to various academic support resources such as the UC Writing Center and the UC Career Center.
Yes, the vast majority of our students work throughout their time in the academic program. In the senior year, students are also expected to attend their field placement for 16 hours each week, typically during normal business hours. It is important to assess course load and financial aid to understand how to balance school and work.
The Master of Science in Information Technology (MS IT) degree emphasizes the practical application of technology, while a Master’s in Information Systems (IS) Management focuses on the strategic use of information systems to support business objectives. Although both degrees cover similar topics, the MS IT degree has a stronger technical focus, while the IS degree has a stronger business focus.
Earning a Master of Science in Information Technology can equip you with up-to-date and relevant technology skills and knowledge. Pursuing an MS in IT can be an excellent way to advance your career and increase your earning potential. If the degree aligns with your interests, background, and career goals, then investing time and money to earn it can be worthwhile. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, computer and information technology fields are expected to grow at a rate of 15% in the next ten years, and the median salary is $100,530, which is almost double the annual wages for all occupations.
Although both computer science and IT degrees involve working with computers and software, and require a strong understanding of technology and its applications, they differ in their approach. Computer science is more theoretical and focuses on abstract concepts, while IT is more hands-on and applied in nature. Both degrees can lead to lucrative careers in the tech industry.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, computer and information technology occupations are projected to grow 11 percent from 2019 to 2029, much faster than the average for all occupations. The University of Cincinnati’s 100% online Information Technology Certificate will give you the skills needed to confidently enter the IT field after graduation.
When you get your Information Technology Certificate from the University of Cincinnati Online, there are a variety of jobs after graduation that you can pursue:
When you get your associate degree in Information Technology, the average salary is $37,900 annually (according to securitydegreehub.com). A mid-career annual salary in Information Technology is $74,500 (students would want to pursue a bachelor degree in IT to reach this salary). It is possible to earn an annual salary of $100,000+ (students would want to pursue their masters degree in IT for this salary).
An associate degree in Information Technology will put you on the right path to grow in the IT field. A few career opportunities include:
Instructional designers are needed now more than ever, in both educational institutions, and in corporate settings. Our program sets students up with the skills needed to be successful, regardless of which path you take.
Students are able to transfer up to 9 credit hours, and the previous courses have to have been taken within the last 5 years. For more information on transferring credits, reach out to an advisor today!
Applications are reviewed three times a year in November, April, and July for any upcoming semester.
Domestic deadlines:
Fall Deadline- July 15
Spring Deadline- December 1
Summer Deadline- April 15
Note: students with international student visas should apply to the Instructional Design and Technology Master’s on-campus program.
There are a wide variety of career paths you can take with an M.Ed in Instructional Design and Technology. Examples of career options include:
Salary.com states that the average salary for positions that require blended learning skills is $143,056. According to payscale.com, your salary can vary depending on your profession:
Here are some average annual salaries for popular career paths with a Bachelor’s in Professional Studies. All data is from the U.S. Department of Labor – See the BAPS Careers Page for more details!
The Bachelor’s in Professional Studies is designed around the Industry Recognized Credentials that employers are looking for. This means that your unique education experience will be built around your goals and will be tailored to help you succeed in your industry.
Popular Career Paths Include:
The Bachelor of Arts in Professional Studies (BAPS) is currently the only program at UC Online that examines the work, education, and volunteer experience of each student in the first semester to determine how they can fast-track their degree. Visit the BAPS Curriculum page for more details about life experience credits accepted at UC Online.
Depending on each student’s life experience and prior college experience, the Bachelor’s in Professional Studies (BAPS) can be completed in as few as 4-6 semesters. Your unique education track will be determined during the foundations course in the first semester.
The Master of Legal Studies (MLS) degree provides options for people who are interested in furthering their education in law but do not necessarily want to attend law school to become an attorney. Our program is a fully online, asynchronous program designed for working professionals who would benefit from a sophisticated understanding of the U.S. legal system but do NOT intend to practice law. The MLS program provides new skills and knowledge to enhance your existing ones rather than to prepare you for an entirely new career. This degree will not permit you to take the bar examination and so it is not intended for people who want to practice law. Potential students may, but are not required to, submit a LSAT score upon application.
You may have always had an interest in law but unsure if law school is for you. If you have your bachelor’s degree, regardless of what subject it’s in, you’re eligible to apply for an MLS degree. Obtaining your MLS degree may provide you with opportunities to move into a new legal-focused career or advance your current career path, without becoming a lawyer.
Successful applicants to the Master of Legal Studies (MLS) program will have a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum GPA of 2.75. Applications will be reviewed holistically, such that work experience and other factors indicating the likelihood of success will be given considerable weight.
While the University of Cincinnati Online MLS program is not requiring any admissions test, prospective students may submit a GRE, LSAT, GMAT, or other standardized admissions test score to supplement their application. This is encouraged if the potential applicant does not meet the GPA requirement above.
Still have additional questions, contact an advisor today!
The Master of Legal Studies degree is a fully online, asynchronous program designed for working professionals who would benefit from a sophisticated understanding of the U.S. legal system but do not intend to practice law. Legal matters are interwoven with business operations as organizations must follow laws and regulations to legally operate. Graduates of the MLS degree program have the expertise to help their current employers stay within the legal regulations of operation.
You may have always had an interest in law but aren’t sure if law school is for you. Maybe your current work has you collaborating with legal professionals, and you want to increase your knowledge so you can move into a new role or accept new duties.
Our MLS degree with the University of Cincinnati Online provides you with new skills and knowledge to enhance your existing career.
The MSN Nursing Education program can be done in as little as one year. There are additional options available for the program that allow students to take this program at a slower pace. Although these options extend the length of the selected program, they often make it a more feasible option for the student.
The program consists of nine core Bachelor of Science in Nursing courses. View a list of these courses, along with descriptions.
Our RN to BSN Online program is flexible with schemas that allow students to complete the program in two semesters (eight months), three semesters (12 months), or five semesters (20 months). Students can switch from full-time to part-time status, as needed.
The RN to BSN Online program does not have prerequisite courses required for admission. Rather, the program includes general education courses that can be taken along with core coursework. Individuals can begin the program without first completing the general education courses; however, it could prolong the time it takes to earn your bachelor’s degree. Note: students must complete statistics before they can take Scientific Basis for Professional Nursing Practice.
Most of our programs do not require onsite visits, but there is one exception. If you are interested in pursuing the Master of Science in Nursing-Nurse Midwifery, you will have 1 skills intensives that takes place on campus.
Each Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program can be done in as little as two years. There are additional options available for several programs that allow students to take these programs at a slower pace. Although these options extend the length of the selected program, they often make it a more feasible option for the student.
The Post-Master’s Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner program is a part-time program built to be completed in as little as four semesters, or one year and four months. The Post-Master’s Family Nurse Practitioner program has no set time frame due to the extremely customizable nature of the curriculum.
The College of Nursing expects that you will network within your community to find a preceptor. You know your community the best and the expectation is that you will reach out to your network. The College of Nursing will vet that preceptor to make sure that it is appropriate for your population focus. If you can’t find a site after partnering with the College of Nursing, the College of Nursing will find a site though it might not be in your area. For more information, please visit this link: https://nursing.uc.edu/admissions-financial-aid/admitted-students/graduate/clinical-planning.html
Below are just a few of the career paths you can take in organizational leadership:
According to Careerbuilder.com, the average median salary for an individual in organizational leadership is $85,081.
The University of Cincinnati offers a Master of Science in Cosmetic Science degree and certificate but not a cosmetology program.
What’s the difference between cosmetic science and cosmetology? While both fields center around cosmetics, they differ significantly in their education requirements, expertise, and career paths.
Cosmetic science entails the scientific research, development, and formulation of cosmetic products and assessing their safety for human use. Prospective students interested in applying for the University of Cincinnati’s Master of Science in Cosmetic Science program must have a bachelor’s degree in a scientific field such as chemistry, chemical engineering, or biology. Graduates of the program often work for global cosmetics, chemical suppliers, and research companies.
Conversely, cosmetology focuses on administering beauty treatments and personal care services to clients. Education requirements typically involve completing a state-approved cosmetology program to obtain a cosmetology license. Those seeking a career in cosmetology may become hair stylists, nail technicians, makeup artists, salon managers, or work in other cosmetic services roles.
If you are interested in a career in research, medical & health service managerial roles, medical affairs, market access in public and private health systems, the pharmaceutical or medical device industries, health insurance companies and more.
This is your chance to make an impact on patient’s lives and improve their overall healthcare experience. You’ll gain expertise that will allow to advocate for policies and programs to promote health equality.
The Hygienic Manufacturing of Cosmetic Products Graduate Certificate is typically completed in 3 semesters or 1 year based on taking 2 courses per semester, which is the average pace.
For the Hygienic Manufacturing of Cosmetic Products Graduate Certificate, a grade-point average (GPA) of at least 3.00 or foreign equivalent is recommended.
Requirements include:
Please visit the Admissions Requirements page for more information.
The Pharmacogenomics and Personalized Healthcare Graduate Certificate is typically completed in 3 semesters or 1 year based on taking 2 courses per semester, which is the average pace.
For the Pharmacogenomics and Personalized Healthcare Graduate Certificate, a grade-point average (GPA) of at least 3.00 or foreign equivalent is recommended.
For the Pharmacy Leadership Graduate Certificate, a grade-point average (GPA) of at least 3.00 or foreign equivalent is recommended.
For the Cosmetic Science Graduate Certificate, a grade-point average (GPA) of at least 3.00 or foreign equivalent is recommended.
For the Global Regulatory Affairs Drug Development Graduate Certificate, a grade-point average (GPA) of at least 3.00 or foreign equivalent is recommended.
For the Clinical Trials Design and Research Graduate Certificate, a grade-point average (GPA) of at least 3.00 or foreign equivalent is recommended.
For the MS in Pharmacy Leadership program, a grade-point average (GPA) of at least 3.00 or foreign equivalent is recommended.
For the MS Pharm Sci: Drug Development program, A grade-point average (GPA) of at least 3.00 or foreign equivalent is recommended.
For the MS in Pharmacogenomics program, a grade-point average (GPA) of at least 3.00 or foreign equivalent is recommended.
The Global Regulatory Affairs in Drug Development Graduate Certificate is typically completed in 2 semesters or less than 1 year based on taking 2 courses per semester, which is the average pace.
The Clinical Trials Design and Research Graduate Certificate is typically completed in 2 semesters or less than 1 year based on taking 2 courses per semester, which is the average pace.
The Pharmacy Leadership Graduate Certificate is typically completed in 2 semesters or less than 1 year based on taking 2 courses per semester, which is the average pace.
The Cosmetic Science Graduate Certificate is typically completed in 3 semesters or 1 year based on taking 2 courses per semester, which is the average pace.
The MS in Pharmacogenomics program is typically completed in 6 semesters or 2 years if taken part-time.
The MS in Pharmacy Leadership program is typically completed in 5 semesters or 1 and 2/3 years if taken part-time.
The MS in Drug Development program is typically completed in 5 semesters or 20 months if taken part-time.
For the MS in Cosmetic Science program, a grade-point average (GPA) of at least 3.00 or foreign equivalent is recommended.
The MS in Cosmetic Science program is usually completed in 6 to 9 semesters, or 2 to 3 years, based on an average course load of 2 classes per semester.
The GRE is not required for the Pharmacy Leadership programs.
Students accepted to the UC Pharmacy Leadership program are eligible to apply for UC Foundation scholarships for tuition support. Information and the scholarship application can be found at the link below.
https://pharmacy.uc.edu/plscholarships
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