Graduate Admissions

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The College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Cincinnati offers 22 Master’s, 15 doctoral programs, and 11 graduate certificates, enrolling over 1,000 students. Seventeen majors also offer a 4+1 option, allowing undergraduates to earn both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in five years. Programs are customizable, with options like Chemistry (biochemistry to computational chemistry) and Sociology (research in hospitals and government). Last year, A&S researchers secured nearly $11 million in external funding, providing a dynamic, hands-on learning environment.

Alumni

As a proud alum of the University of Cincinnati’s College of Arts and Sciences, you already know the value of a UC education. Now, take the next step with one of our 22 Master’s programs, 15 doctoral degrees, or 11 graduate certificates.

Whether you're looking to deepen your expertise, pivot to a new field, or enhance your career, our flexible and rigorous graduate programs offer the tools to help you succeed. With opportunities for interdisciplinary study, real-world research experience, and a vibrant academic community, there’s no better place to continue your journey than right here at UC.

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How our universe expands

January 22, 2026

Researchers have mapped the night sky in the most detail yet in a bid to explain the mysteries of dark energy.

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Study tests non-opioid treatments for severe post-stroke headaches

January 22, 2026

The University of Cincinnati is a site for a clinical trial testing a new approach to manage severe headaches that occur following subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH), a type of stroke that accounts for approximately 10% of all strokes and affects 30,000 Americans each year.