Becoming a Non-Matriculated Student

Students may take classes at UC without being enrolled in a UC degree program. Their official status is "non-matriculated," which is a traditional academic term meaning "not enrolled in a degree program."

Completing the Basic Data Form is the first step to registering for classes. The Basic Data Form enables the UC Registrar to update or create your student record. After submitting the Basic Data Form, it will take a day or two to enter all the information into our student database. Then you will be able to register for classes.

Submitting the Basic Data Form
Fax: 513-556-5708
Mail: Office of the Registrar, University of Cincinnati, PO Box 210060, Cincinnati, OH 45221-0060
In person: One Stop Student Service Center (2nd floor of University Pavilion)

Important Information for Non-Matriculated Students

All UC students are entitled to certain benefits and services. They also have certain responsibilities. Since students who are not enrolled in degree programs do not go through formal orientation, please be sure to read all the following information.

 Bearcat Online (BOL) E-mail is UC's Official Means of Communication with Students

All UC students must use their Bearcat Online (BOL) account. A BOL e-mail account is provided to all University of Cincinnati students and will be used for all official university communications, including, but not limited to:

• Billing notices and due dates
• Grade reports
• Registration procedures and deadline notifications
• Financial aid requirements and awards
• Emergency notices (e.g., snow closings)
• Information about programs, activities, sporting events and more

Go to email.uc.edu to activate your account.

 One Stop is UC's Central Administration Service

The One Stop Student Service enables you to take care of business online or in person without having to run all over campus. You can register for classes, accept your financial aid award, pay your bill, check your grades, request a transcript and more.

• One Stop online: www.onestop.uc.edu.
• One Stop Student Services Center: 2nd floor, University Pavilion

 BlackBoard is UC's Official Courseware

Many of the courses at the University of Cincinnati utilize BlackBoard. BlackBoard is an online system that allows instructors to place course syllabi and instructional materials online. It also contains communication tools, such as online discussion boards, where students collaborate, post assignments and get updates from professors. BlackBoard also serves as a portal to other web services at the University of Cincinnati.

If you are in a course that uses BlackBoard, you will need to activate your account. To activate your account, you must be an official University student and enrolled in a current quarter course.

• Go to blackboard.uc.edu/support/.
• Click on the “Activate Account” button.
• Complete all information and click “Submit. Your Blackboard username and password will be confirmed on this screen.
• Record your username and password or print the confirmation page for reference. A confirmation will also be sent to the e-mail address provided.
• Once your account has been confirmed, you can return to blackboard.uc.edu/support/ and use the “Click Here to Login” link

 A UC Student ID is Required

All UC students are required to have a UC photo ID. You must be registered for classes to receive an ID. To obtain a UC ID, go to the Public Safety Office (Three Edwards Center, first floor) and present another form of photo identification (i.e. driver's license, state ID or passport). You must do so in person. A valid student ID is required to use libraries, computer labs, sport and recreation facilities and campus dining centers. The UC ID also serves as the Bearcat Campus Card, a debit card that can be used in all campus vending machines, shops and the UC Bookstore. For more information about the Bearcat Campus Card, go to http://www.uc.edu/bearcatcard/.

 Health Insurance is Required If You Enroll for Six or More Credit Hours

All students enrolled in six or more credit hours must have health insurance. Eligible students are billed automatically for single coverage unless insurance is waived or dependent coverage is requested.

Students with private insurance who wish to be excluded from the Student Insurance Plan must submit an Insurance Action Form no later than the third Friday of the quarter. To waive your health insurance go to the One Stop web site.

International students are are not eligible to waive coverage and are required to be covered under the University Student Insurance Plan.

Students whose classes have been canceled should contact the Student Insurance Office for confirmation of waiver or enrollment.

Single student policies purchased for Spring Quarter include Summer Quarter coverage at no additional cost.

 Buying Books

The UC Bookstores offer all required and recommended textbooks and course packs. Students who want to purchase used books should shop early because used books, which retail at 25% less than the retail price of new books, sell out quickly. You can check for textbooks online at bookstore.uc.edu/textbooks.asp or call the bookstore at 513-556-1400.

 Parking on Campus

Students may purchase permits to park on campus. For more information, contact UC Parking Services.