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Online Degrees & Programs

The University of Cincinnati's online programs are designed for working professionals.

We understand that modern students are busy, active, and career-focused. You don’t always have time to relocate to a college campus. 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.

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No Degree Required

At UC Online, we want everyone to have a chance to learn. We offer programs that don't need a previous degree to start. You can choose from bachelor's degrees, associate's degrees, and certificates to help you get ahead in your career or learn something new.

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Bachelor's Degrees

Build a strong academic foundation and open doors to new possibilities with our bachelor’s degree programs. Each program is designed to support your interests and career goals, providing a comprehensive, flexible education in your chosen area of study.

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Graduate Programs

After graduating with a bachelor's degree—what's next? We're here to meet you where you are post-graduation and help you achieve your career goals. 

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Professional Development

We understand that modern students are busy, active, and career-focused. You don’t always have time to relocate to a college campus. UC Online makes it easy to upskill without compromising your career. Take the next step in your career, develop new skills, and cultivate in-depth knowledge with one of our professional development programs listed below.

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Getting Started with Coursera

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UC Online has partnered with Coursera to help you achieve your career goals. With access to professional development content created by industry leaders, you’ll stand out in today’s competitive job market.

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Co-op earnings on the rise

September 2, 2025

In the 2024-45 academic year, University of Cincinnati cooperative education (co-op) students earned more than $94 million in paid work experiences across top industries, making UC one of the best-value universities for hands-on career training and return on investment (ROI). With average co-op salaries exceeding $11,000 per semester, UC continues to lead in experiential learning, job readiness and employer partnerships.

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Back to School 2025: UC’s sustained growth

August 25, 2025

The University of Cincinnati will continue to see growth in enrollment as classes begin Monday, Aug. 25, with a projected 54,000 students — a 1.4% increase over last year.

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Ready to get started?

We offer over 130 degrees from undergraduate to doctoral programs.