Applying to College
Missed college deadlines? Learn what to do about late college applications, including options at the University of Cincinnati and beyond.
Applying to College
Applied to college and now want a different major? Learn how to change your major after applying, what it means for admission and how it works at the University of Cincinnati.
Campus Life
Looking for fun fall activities in Cincinnati? Explore festivals, pumpkin patches, haunted houses and more — many just minutes from the University of Cincinnati.
Welcome to the University of Cincinnati Blog, your go-to source for insights, advice and stories from the Bearcat community.
Whether you’re preparing for college, building your career, navigating campus life or exploring Cincinnati, you’ll find expert guidance, inspiring Bearcat experiences and practical tips to help you succeed at every stage of your academic and career journey.
Campus Life
School clubs might seem like just a fun way to spend spare time, but they play a huge role in your college experience. Learn what clubs you can join at UC, what there is to do on campus and how to get involved.
Applying to College
Public vs private college: What’s the difference? Learn how cost, financial aid, class size and outcomes compare, with examples from the University of Cincinnati.
Campus Life
Wondering how to make friends in college — even if you don’t know anyone yet? Here are 10 simple ways to build real connections on a campus like the University of Cincinnati.
Campus Life
Wondering if it’s cheaper to live on campus or off? This UC guide compares living on campus cost vs off campus and helps you decide what fits your budget.
College Prep
Not sure how to email a professor? Learn how to write clear, polite and professional emails to professors, with subject line ideas, examples and college email etiquette tips.
College-Conservatory of Music
Explore majors that don’t require much math with this University of Cincinnati guide, featuring low-math programs and career paths in Cincinnati, Ohio.
College bound
Wondering what to major in if you’re creative? This UC guide explores creative college majors, co-op options and career tracks for artistic and innovative students.
Paying for College
Paying for college can feel like a puzzle, and one of the trickiest pieces is understanding how student loan interest actually works. This guide breaks down how student loan interest actually works, when it kicks in, how it’s calculated, and most importantly, how you can keep it under control while you’re here at UC and beyond.
Education in Action
Discover how UC’s co-op careers program combines academics with real-world experience to launch successful careers in tech, business, healthcare and more — and why it’s ranked No. 3 in the nation for co-ops and internships.
Career Ready
Learn how to find a remote internship or co-op with UC’s guide: best platforms, how to stand out and how to prepare for virtual work and global teams.
Education in Action
Find essential strategies for how to get an internship or co-op job, tips for making the most of UC’s resources, and what the co-op or internship Reddit community can teach you.
Careers at UC
Learn how to create a LinkedIn profile as a college student. Get examples, headline ideas, and tips to make your student LinkedIn profile stand out to employers.