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MAJOR: Marketing HOMETOWN: HARRISON, OH As a Student Orientation Leader and Student Ambassador, Gabby has been really involved on our campus. She even served as social media ambassador and helped plan Instagram and Snapchat marketing for recruiting events on campus. This includes being featured in videos, developing ideas for where/how to shoot, and recruiting other students to get involved.
“I can’t really put into words how grateful I am to UC Blue Ash,” says Gabby. “I have absolutely had the best possible experience here.”
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4,870 STUDENT ENROLLMENT
UC Blue Ash is one of the largest regional colleges in Ohio.
135 ACRES
Our beautiful park-like campus is inspiring.
50+ YEARS
Since 1967, we’ve been making dreams possible.
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QUALITY ACADEMICS UC Blue Ash provides an authentic University of Cincinnati education that’s both rigorous and relevant. You will have access to more than 50 academic programs at our college and hundreds more at UC Uptown – many nationally ranked – all with opportunities for real-world learning.
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ACADEMIC DEGREE & CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
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CHOOSE YOUR ACADEMIC PATH We offer a variety of academic options, including Career-Oriented Programs, Transition-Oriented Programs and Bachelor’s Degree Programs.
Career-Oriented Associate Degree Programs
Career-oriented programs prepare students for entrance into specific careers after two years of study. These programs are designed to help you begin your professional career after earning your associate degree. Applied Graphic Communication
Medical Assisting Services
Business Management Technology
Nursing, RN Technology
Dental Hygiene Technology
Radiologic Technology
Electronic Media Technology
Veterinary Technology
Information Technology Career-oriented programs align with our Bachelor’s Degree in Technical and Applied Studies (BTAS), or, in the case of Radiologic Technology, with our Bachelor’s Degree in Radiation Science Technology (BRST). If you plan to eventually pursue a bachelor’s degree at UC Uptown or another university, all credits may not transfer from these career-oriented programs and you may have to take additional coursework.
Transition-Oriented Associate Degree Programs
Transition-oriented programs provide students with the first two years of their education before transitioning into a baccalaureate program at our college, UC’s Uptown campus, or another university. UC Blue Ash College is accredited and closely aligned with UC’s academic requirements, making it easy for all of your credits to transfer into a bachelor’s program. Advanced Medical Imaging Technology (Pre)
Health Sciences (Pre)
Applied Graphic Communication
History
Biological Sciences
Information Technology
Business Administration (Pre)
Liberal Arts
Chemistry
Medical Laboratory Science (Pre)
Chemistry-ACS
Middle Childhood Education (Pre)
Communication
Mortuary Science (Pre)
Communication Sciences and Disorders (Pre)
Nursing, RN Technology
Criminal Justice (Pre)
Organizational Leadership (Pre)
Early Childhood Education (Pre)
Psychology
Electronic Media Technology
Secondary Education (Pre)
English
Social Work (Pre)
Environmental Studies
Sport Administration (Pre)
Health Education (Pre)
Pre-Professional Advising Tracks (Non-Degree)
These programs offer the first two years of instruction for students interested in transitioning to professional programs. No degree is awarded. Pre-Dental
Pre-Law
Pre-Medicine
Pre-Pharmacy
Pre-Veterinary Medicine
2+2 Bachelor’s Degree Programs
Many students choose to earn their bachelor’s degree entirely on our campus. We offer a convenient 2+2 approach, where students first earn their associate degree, then seamlessly continue their education in one of these baccalaureate programs. Technical & Applied Studies in Applied Administration (BTAS)
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Choose from more than 50 academic degree and certificate programs:
Biological Sciences
ART, COMMUNICATION & SCIENCE PROGRAMS
Chemistry Chemistry–ACS Communication English Environmental Studies
Law (Pre)
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Mortuary Science (Pre)
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Accountancy
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Accounting Financial Services Management Marketing Real Estate
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Organizational Leadership (Pre) Sport Administration (Pre) Early Childhood Education (Pre)
EDUCATION PROGRAMS
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Language Arts & Math Language Arts & Natural Science Language Arts & Social Studies Math & Natural Science Social Studies & Math Social Studies & Natural Science
Secondary Education (Pre) • Chemistry • Life Sciences • Social Studies & History
Secondary Education (Pre) • Language Arts • Math
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Transition Programs:
Transition-oriented associate degrees are aligned with specific bachelor’s degree programs at UC Colleges.
Career Programs:
Career-oriented associate degrees prepare you for entrance into specific careers after two years of study.
Transition to: McMicken College of Arts & Sciences – complete bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences Transition to: McMicken College of Arts & Sciences – complete Bachelor of Arts degree in Chemistry Transition to: McMicken College of Arts & Sciences – complete Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry Transition to: McMicken College of Arts & Science – complete bachelor’s degree in Communication Transition to: McMicken College of Arts & Science – complete bachelor’s degree in English Transition to: McMicken College of Arts & Sciences – complete bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies Transition to: McMicken College of Arts & Science – complete bachelor’s degree in History Pre-professional track. Choose Liberal Arts. Transition to: McMicken College of Arts & Sciences – complete bacehelor’s degree in one of 30 programs on the Uptown campus.. Specialized area of study provides an extra credential upon graduation.
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WHERE IT’LL TAKE YOU
Begin your career: Graphic Designer, Production Artist Transition to: College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning—after first year may apply to the bachelor’s program in Communication Design. **
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Applied Graphic Communication
History
ASSOCIATE DEGREE
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE
ONE-YEAR CERTIFICATE
UC Blue Ash College Degree & Certificate Programs
WHAT YOU’LL EARN NON-DEGREE
CHOOSE A PROGRAM
Transfer to: Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science (CCMS) – complete bachelor’s degree in Mortuary Science
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Provides certification for students who already hold a bachelor’s degree. Advance your career: Communication, community & leadership skills ***This program will go fully online with the start of the fall 2020 semester.*** Transition to: Carl H. Lindner College of Business – complete Bachelor of Business Administration degree** Begin your career: Entry level accounting positions Begin your career: Insurance Agent, Customer Service Rep, Financial Planning Begin your career: Business Manager Begin your career: Retail Sales, Sales Promotion, Sales Management Begin your career: Real Estate Agent / Broker Transition to: McMicken College of Arts & Sciences – complete bachelor’s degree in Organizational Leadership Transition to: College of Education, Criminal Justice and Human Services (CECH) – complete bachelor’s degree in Sport Administration**
Transition to: College of Education, Criminal Justice and Human Services (CECH) – complete bachelor’s degree in Education** A bachelor’s degree in education is the minimum educational requirement for entering the teaching profession. These programs provide the first two years toward completion of the corresponding bachelor’s degree at the College of Education, Criminal Justice, and Human Services (CECH).** Students must be admitted into the CECH cohort through a selective admissions process for completion of the bachelor’s degree and teacher licensure.
These one-year programs (non-degree) provide the first year of the baccalaureate program at the College of Education, Criminal Justice, and Human Services (CECH). Students completing the first year must apply to and be accepted into the program at CECH.
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Visit ucblueash.edu/academics for program details and requirements.
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Advanced Medical Imaging Technology (Pre) Communication Sciences and Disorders (Pre) Dental Hygiene Technology* Dentistry (Pre)
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SOCIAL SCIENCE PROGRAMS
Full- & part-time programs. Apply via Pending Vet Tech.
Criminal Justice (Pre)
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Transition to: College of Education, Criminal Justice and Human Services (CECH) – complete bachelor’s degree in Health Education** Students wishing to apply to the Dental Hygiene, Medical Assisting, Nursing and Radiologic Technology programs apply via the Health Professions (Pre) track. Transition to: College of Allied Health Sciences – complete bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences** Begin your career: Medical Assistant ***This program will switch to a one-year certificate program in fall 2020.*** Transition to: College of Allied Health Sciences – complete bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences** Pre-professional track. Choose Biological Sciences, Chemistry, or Health Sciences (Pre). Begin your career: Registered Nurse or Transition to: College of Nursing – complete bachelor’s degree in RN–BSN Mobility Program
Advance your career: Supervisory role in radiation science field
This is a fully online baccalaureate program. For program requirements and complete details, call 866-665-4187 to speak with an enrollment advisor.
Begin your career: Radiologic Technologist Pre-professional track. Choose Biological Sciences, Chemistry, or Health Sciences (Pre).
Veterinary Technology*
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Veterinary Medicine (Pre)
Begin your career: Dental Hygienist
Transition to: College of Pharmacy – apply to the PharmD program**
Radiation Science Technology
Apply via Pre Health Professions.
Transition to: College of Allied Health Sciences – complete bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders**
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Transition to: College of Allied Health Sciences – complete bachelor’s degree in Advanced Medical Imaging Technology**
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Medicine (Pre)
Career Programs:
Career-oriented associate degrees prepare you for entrance into specific careers after two years of study.
For graduates of Ohio Technical Center programs, this associate degree completion program translates technical program clock hours into free block technical credit toward a general associate degree.
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Medical Laboratory Science (Pre)
Transition Programs:
Transition-oriented associate degrees are aligned with specific bachelor’s degree programs at UC Colleges.
Pre-professional track. Choose Biological Sciences, Chemistry, or Health Sciences (Pre).
Health Education (Pre) Health Professions (Pre)
WHERE IT’LL TAKE YOU
For students who have not selected a program, Exploratory Studies provides core classes for the first year of study before transitioning into selected program.
Technical Studies (ATS)
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Begin your career: Veterinary Technician or continue in a Veterinary Technologist program Transition to: College of Education, Criminal Justice and Human Services (CECH) – complete bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice Provides certification for students who already hold a bachelor’s degree Transition to: McMicken College of Arts & Sciences – complete bachelor’s degree in Psychology Transition to: College of Allied Health Sciences – complete bachelor’s degree in Social Work** Specialized area of study provides an extra credential upon graduation. Begin your career: Publishing, TV, Advertising, Photography, Motion Pictures Transition to: College Conservatory of Music (CCM)** Begin your career: Computer Networking, Database Management Transition to: College of Education, Criminal Justice, and Human Services** Specialized area of study provides an extra credential upon graduation. ** Some UC colleges or programs within them have selective admissions or specific GPA requirements; transition eligibility is not guaranteed.
TUITION & FEES UC Blue Ash offers one of the best values in higher education.
UCBA Standard Programs
Part-Time
Full-Time
Full-Time
$221
$2,637
$5,274
$19
$233
$466
(per cr. hr.)
Instructional Fee General Fee (includes parking) ITIE Fee (Information Technology) Ohio Resident Total*
(per term)
(per year)
$11
$135
$270
$251
$3,005
$6,010
Non-Resident Surcharge
$366
$4,399
$8,798
Non-Resident Total*
$617
$7,404
$14,808
Part-Time
Full-Time
Full-Time
BTAS Ohio Resident Total*
$319
$4,066
$8,132
BTAS Non-Resident Total*
$736
$9,064
$18,128
BRST Ohio Resident Total*
$486
$5,830
$11,660
BRST Non-Resident Total*
$501
$6,010
$12,020
UCBA Bachelor’s Programs
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(per year)
Bachelor of Technical & Applied Studies (BTAS)
OUR TUITION IS ABOUT
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THAT OF MOST OTHER COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES
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WHAT DOES THAT MEAN FOR YOU? In a nutshell, it means your tuition won’t go up during the time you are a student at UC. When you confirm your admission, the tuition rates are frozen for you, and will remain the same throughout the completion of your degree – even if tuition rates should increase at the university. For detailed information, visit: https://admissions.uc.edu/tuition-aid/tuition-guarantee
UCBA ASSOCIATE DEGREE PROGRAMS
UCBA BTAS UCBA BRST BACHELOR’S ONLINE DEGREE BACHELOR’S PROGRAM DEGREE PROGRAM
$11,660
$11,660
$8,132
The University of Cincinnati is proud to introduce the Cincinnati Tuition Guarantee for new, degree-seeking first-year and transfer students enrolling in the Fall 2019 semester. The Cincinnati Tuition Guarantee sets a consistent rate for the base tuition fee and for numerous other fees, including room and board, for the duration of an undergraduate student’s four- or five-year degree program depending on the required length of a student’s academic program.
$6,010
OUR TUITION GUARANTEE
UC UPTOWN
*Tuition and fees are for 12-18 hours per semester. This does not include additional costs such as books, lab/college/program fees, the first year student success fee and health insurance premiums. Some UCBA technology and health care programs may have additional program fees. Visit www.ucblueash.edu/fees for complete details. UCBA students registering as part-time students with Uptown campus courses will be charged appropriate Uptown campus fees. Full-time students matriculated at UCBA pay full-time UCBA fees; however, if taking 7 or more credit hours of Uptown courses, students will be charged a differential fee. Fees are subject to change by the UC Board of Trustees.** Tuition rates as of August 2019.
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In scholarships and grants are available to UC Blue Ash students each year.
79% The vast majority of our students work at least part-time while attending classes.
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Financial Aid Checklist
APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID Students interested in applying for financial aid must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. The FAFSA is available starting October 1. Because some aid programs are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, an early application receives priority consideration for limited funding sources. List UC’s Title IV Code (003125) when filling out the FAFSA to ensure that UC’s Financial Aid office receives your information. Also remember that applying for financial aid is an annual process.
Complete a FAFSA online at fafsa.ed.gov. UC FAFSA code is 003125. Allow 4-6 weeks for processing.
Once you receive your Student Aid Report (SAR), review for corrections. If none are needed, keep in a file for future use. Once you have been admitted and you receive your SAR, check onestop.uc.edu for your aid status. Once your aid has been accepted, complete loan counseling, and sign promissory notes online by visiting onestop.uc.edu.
Scholarships Academic Achievement Scholarship The Academic Achievement Scholarship is awarded automatically to incoming freshmen. To qualify, you must: • have not previously attended another college or university as a degree-seeking student; • have a final 3.2 min. (unweighted) high school GPA; • enroll as a full-time, degree-seeking student at UC Blue Ash College; • submit a completed admission application (including transcript & application fee) by December 1 of your senior year; • confirm your admission on or before May 1; • submit your official, final high school transcript showing date of graduation by July 1. For details, visit: ucblueash.edu/scholarships UC Blue Ash Honors Scholarship All students enrolled in the UC Blue Ash Honors program automatically receive a $500 scholarship for every semester they are in the program. Students also have the opportunity to apply for special scholarships available to honors students. Other UCBA Scholarships Over $70,000 in scholarships are available to UCBA students each year! ucblueash.edu/scholarships Work Study/Federal Work-Study • Federally subsidized employment program awarded by UC • Based on financial need; early aid application • Earning eligibility to $3,000 • Will receive biweekly paycheck based on hours worked; hourly wage depends on job
Grants Awarded based on need, grants do not require repayment. Find our list of grant programs at: financialaid.uc.edu/aid/grants.html Loans Federal Subsidized & Unsubsidized Direct Loans • Max. combined amounts based on need:
Freshman Sophomore Junior/Senior
Dependent Stud. Independent Stud. $5,500 $9,500 $6,500 $10,500 $7,500 $12,500
Federal Subsidized Direct Loan • Federally funded long-term certified and transmitted by UC; choice of amount • Based on financial need
CINCINNATI PRIDE GRANT
Federal Unsubsidized Direct Loan • Federally funded long-term loan certified and transmitted by UC; choice of amount • Any student may borrow • Same as Subsidized Stafford except you may choose to pay interest while enrolled or allowing it to capitalize onto principal
Graduates of Cincinnati Public Schools (CPS) who have not attended college can be considered for the Cincinnati Pride Grant (CPG). The Cincinnati Pride Grant recognizes UC’s longstanding partnership with the Cincinnati Public School System and reaffirms its commitment to CPS’s graduates.
Federal Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS) • Federally funded long-term loan certified and transmitted by UC; choice of amount • Parent/Step-parent of dependent student; credit approval following completion of promissory note • Maximum amount cannot exceed budgeted cost of attendance less other aid
Eligibility & Application After applying for admission to UC, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). CPS students who have a high school GPA over 2.2 and are determined to be Federal Pell Grant-eligible will automatically be considered for CPG. The CPG program ensures that the overall combination of federal, state and institutional aid will equal the full cost of tuition and a book allowance for graduates of Cincinnati Public Schools who might not otherwise be able to afford a college education.
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CHASING PERFECTION Natalie Pfaltzgraff is driven to perfection. A 4.0 GPA student throughout high school, she has maintained this distinction at UC Blue Ash while participating in the Honors program, taking high-level science courses, and working as a manager at Graeter’s in Loveland. She admits she couldn’t do it alone. “UC Blue Ash has offered me so many opportunities and allowed me to excel in ways I never even imagined. Being a part of the Honors experiences, earning awards and scholarships, and getting to know the professors – these are things I didn’t expect. But I worked really hard and was able to make it happen.” As part of her Honors experience, Natalie works with professor Keen Wilson on a biology research project. “I love the opportunities for research with professors like Dr. Wilson. It’s made me comfortable to reach out to my professors. I don’t know if I would have felt that way at another college.”
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MAKING DREAMS POSSIBLE UC Blue Ash alumnus Eric Broyles knows first-hand how transformative our college can be. He graduated at the bottom of his high school class before attending UC Blue Ash – where he thrived under the support of his professors. “They saw more value in me than I saw in myself at that time of my life,” remembers Broyles. While working many jobs to support his educational aspirations, he went on to graduate with honors from UC and earned his law degree from the University of Virginia. Today he is a very successful entrepreneur based in Washington, D.C. Eric created the Eric C. Broyles Student Success Scholarship Fund and in 2018 donated $1 million to the fund – the largest gift in the history of the college. His generous gift expands the number of students we can help in overcoming financial obstacles to their education. Recipients of the Broyles Scholarship must work part-time while attending UC Blue Ash, and preference is given to first-generation minority students with a history of overcoming adversity. Eric advises several young people and makes frequent trips to UC Blue Ash to meet students and share his story.
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BY THE NUMBERS
TOP 10 Programs Our most popular programs, by enrollment: Pre-Business Administration Pre-Health Professions Exploratory Studies Information Technology Psychology Biological Sciences Business Management Technology Pre-Criminal Justice Nursing Technology Electronic Media Technology
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STUDENT TO FACULTY RATIO
SATISFIED
Our low student to faculty ratio ensures small class sizes and personalized instruction.
More than 93% of graduating students believe UC Blue Ash helped them reach their educational goals.
1,730 Students made the Dean’s List (GPA of 3.4 or higher) in 2018-19
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Students graduated with Honors in 2018-19
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Our average class size is just 20 students.
MOMENTUM IS BUILDING The recent opening of Progress Hall and the ongoing renovation of our largest building, Muntz Hall, provide state-of-the-art digital classrooms, bright and airy study spaces, private faculty offices and room to grow.
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For the past 12 years, UC has been named by the Princeton Review as one of the nation’s best institutions for undergraduate education.
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HANDS-ON. EXPERIENTIAL. CREATIVE. INSPIRED. From art installations to clinical rotations to undergraduate research presentations, our students learn by doing.
Nursing student Evan Terry is a U.S. Army veteran who brings his military precision to the classroom and the clinic. A recognized leader in the Nursing Department, Evan received accolades for his coursework at our Celebrating the Best student awards event and was honored as a Cincinnati Reds Hometown Hero for his service. Evan is continuing his education by pursuing a Bachelor in the Science of Nursing through UC’s College of Nursing.
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MAJOR: nursing HOMETOWN: eaton, oh
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100% JOB PLACEMENT
Preceptorships at private practices and research institutions provide valuable on-the-job training for our Veterinary Technology students. Currently, 100% of the students in this program are placed in a job in their field after graduation.
3,102 PATIENTS TREATED
Our Dental Hygiene students treated thousands of patients in our on-campus dental clinic in 2018-19 – including outreach to local school children through our UC Smiles program.
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YEARS RUNNING E-Media Communication students have earned prestigious regional awards from the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences for the past 12 years.
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PASSIONATE PROFESSORS Our professors are experts in the art of teaching. You might be surprised to learn where their passions take them beyond the classroom.
RADIATING PASSION Radiologic technology professor Eric Charlton loves teaching students about their role in the healthcare field. “UC Blue Ash is a special place. I love the interaction with students, the flexibility to research, and collaborating with other faculty.” Outside the classroom, Eric is executive director of AmiriProject, a minority male health initiative, which provides healthy lifestyle awareness and healthcare career education to young African-American males. A SPIRIT OF COMPASSION: “When my family home was affected by a recent tornado, the UCBA community assisted us in various ways as we recovered. It’s a testament to the generosity of this college, that they’re willing to help each other, and students, alike.”
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98.6% FIRST-TIME PASS RATE
Over the past 13 years, nearly all of our Radiologic Technology graduates have passed the national certification exam on the first attempt. vs. National Average: 89%
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HEART + MIND BALANCE Stacey Benton, DVM, PhD incorporates wellness and self-care practices into her curriculum to help students weather the clinical year of the Veterinary Technology program and enter the profession with tools to protect their mental health. She has been recognized nationally for her work as an academic advisor. “As their academic advisor, I help students with any concerns or struggles they may be facing inside or outside the classroom. As their professor of laboratory procedures, I instill in them the power of simple diagnostic techniques they can perform anywhere, anytime. As a clinical instructor, I introduce them to working with clients in a non-profit veterinary clinic. It is absolutely wonderful to see students grow their skills and truly blossom into confident veterinary technicians.” AN INTERESTING FACT ABOUT DR. BENTON: “At Cornell University, I earned a PhD in Neurobiology and Behavior studying the neuroanatomy of song production in birds. In my house, it’s a compliment to be called a bird brain! “
FOR THE LOVE OF LEARNING From active learning techniques in the classroom to collaborative cancer research in the lab to professional presentations across the country, biology professor Heather Wilkins, PhD, finds new ways to engage her students. “My hope is that I contribute to my students’ positive outlook toward education, I encourage them to keep learning, and I contribute to their confidence on their journey. I feel like, more often than not, they have changed me. Each interaction has influenced the teacher I am today.”
WHAT KEEPS ME GOING: “I love to spend time with my boys around Cincinnati, and I de-stress by running half marathons with my husband.”
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45% FIRST-GENERATION STUDENTS
WE ARE GLOBAL: INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS FROM
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DIFFERENT COUNTRIES
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PRIDE IN DIVERSITY We celebrate diversity every day. Student groups such as the LBGTQ+ Alliance, Sister Circle, Men of Color Collaborative and Latinos en Acción provide support and cameraderie for students from diverse backgrounds.
#1 IN DIVERSITY
UC Blue Ash is the most diverse of all UC colleges.
“As soon as I stepped on campus, I was immediately welcomed with open arms.”
Caucasian/White: 62% African American: 21% Hispanic/Latino 5% Multi-Race: 5% Asian: 4% Other/Unknown: 4%
Sam Howard is active in various clubs and organizations on campus, including the Men of Color Collaborative, which engages students, faculty and staff on social justice and equity issues.
“There are so many resources on campus available for anyone that needs help. “ SAM HOWARD MAJOR: PRE-CRIMINAL JUSTICE HOMETOWN: CINCINNATI
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CONNECT. ENGAGE. LEARN. GROW. Get involved. Make a difference. Be a leader. The Student Life office provides engagement opportunities through: • Career Services • Internship Programs • Leadership Programs • Multicultural Affairs • Orientation • Student Activities • Veteran Affairs
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Our Office of Veteran Student Services provides guidance, advocacy and outreach services for our student veteran and active military popluations.
Lead By Example
Get the most out of your college education and connect with peers, staff and faculty through: • Leadership workshops • Mentoring opportunities • Campus leadership roles
Find Your Niche
Dozens of student groups are active on our campus – allowing you to share common interests through events and activities.
Get Physical
Enjoy friendly competition through intramural sports. Or utilize the Campus Recreation Center at the Uptown campus or the Blue Ash Recreation Center.* * UCBA student membership pricing available.
Go Greek
Participate in social and service fraternities and sororities.
Student leaders (Student Orientation Leaders, Student Ambassadors, Interns, and Student Assistants) earn a financial benefit in addition to the leadership skills gained from their roles. University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College
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WE ARE UC Athletics. Libraries. Exhibits & Performances. Student Organizations. Fraternities & Sororities. Art. Culture. And our new 1819 Innovation Hub.
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Feel the pulse of the city and experience all that comes with being a UC student.
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THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS Hawa Tarawally enjoys the traditional experience of living in a residence hall on the Uptown campus with the personal attention and low tuition that our college offers.
91,000+ ANNUAL RIDERS
Number of riders who used our free UCBA shuttle in 2018-19.
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“The small class sizes at UC Blue Ash allowed me to make a comfortable transition from high school. Professors are my biggest connections; they love to pour knowledge and experiences into you here!” At the Uptown campus, she spends time in the Campus Recreation Center and serves as a student assistant in the President’s office. She utilizes the free shuttle to easily connect to and from Blue Ash. At UC Blue Ash, Hawa has served as a Student Ambassador and worked with the Student Life office to plan an escape room event for students on campus. “Student Life is my favorite place at UC Blue Ash. It’s such a great hangout place for students who want to get as involved as possible!” HAWA TARAWALLY
MAJOR: BUSINESS / ECONOMICS HOMETOWN: COLUMBUS, OH
STUDENTS IN CAMPUS HOUSING Hundreds of UCBA students lived in residence halls at UC Uptown in 2018-19.
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Go Red. Go Black. Go Bearcats! Experience the excitement of Division I athletics. UC Blue Ash students – like all UC students – can get free or discounted tickets to UC sporting events, including football and basketball games.
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opportunities in our backyard Hundreds of businesses call Blue Ash home and offer countless job, internship and volunteer opportunities. Plus, Blue Ash’s new Summit Park – just around the corner from campus – offers walking trails, an observation tower and several restaurants.
SMOOTH TRANSITIONS Each year, hundreds of students transition from UC Blue Ash to the UC Uptown campus. Their performance after transition speaks volumes about the level of preparation they receive from our college.
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UC Blue Ash students transitioned to UC’s Uptown campus in 2018.
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Average GPA for UC Blue Ash students in their 1st year after transitioning to UC Uptown.
Rigorous academics. Seamless transitions. A smart choice.
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BUILDING A LEGACY The Gieske family is building a legacy of UC Blue Ash graduates right in their own home. Nathan and Denise met at the college right before the start of classes in 1991 and started dating soon after. They were engaged by the spring of 1992. Years later, when their children, Nick and Emily, were ready to head to college, the couple wanted the kids to find their own way. “We left it up to them to decide where they wanted to go,” said Nathan. Each considered other schools, but
they both liked UC Blue Ash and found that the college had the academic programs they were interested in. “I really think students going to regional colleges are on the right path,” added Denise. “A smaller college like UC Blue Ash gives you the same education you get at a larger college or university at a much better value.”
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As for the next generation, Emily raves about her experience. “UC Blue Ash was phenomenal. I really liked my classes and my advisor. The staff is so helpful; they made me feel so welcomed there.” Emily graduated with honors from the communication program in 2019 and works for the Cincinnati Insurance Company. Nick earned his degree from our electronic media program and works as a master control operator for WXIX-TV in Cincinnati.
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Our Mission The University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College provides an excellent and accessible education for students from a wide array of educational and cultural backgrounds. Our student-centered approach to teaching and comprehensive services engage students so that they can acquire the knowledge and skills needed to succeed academically, personally, and professionally. We promote innovative scholarship and creative works, free inquiry, lifelong learning, and service beyond the classroom.
Our Vision The University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College will be a recognized leader in providing exceptional teaching that inspires students to unlock their potential and contribute to the local and global communities. Our Core Values The faculty, staff, and students of the University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College work together to carry out the college’s mission and vision, guided by a special set of core values that are the foundation of who we are and what we want to become.
We value... • the individual talents of our students, faculty, and staff. • student-centered teaching that challenges and inspires. • comprehensive education that develops critical thinking and an engaged citizenry. • rigorous, accredited programs of study. • accessible and affordable education. • diversity in experiences and perspectives. • innovative scholarship and creative works. • service to the broader community. University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College
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STUDY ABROAD
Peru
Britain. Costa Rica. France. Peru. Australia. Quebec. Spain. Ireland. Germany. And more! Our study abroad programs are designed for busy students. They are offered during the first summer term and usually include three to four weeks of travel. There are also grants and scholarships available to help with the cost.
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START HERE. GO FAR. 2017 UC Blue Ash alumna Emily Gross is now studying communication design at UC’s school of Design, Architecture, Art & Planning (DAAP). “UC Blue Ash was the perfect place for me to begin my journey. The Applied Graphic Communication program is amazing! The professors really get to know their students and help make learning personal.” She recently traveled to South Africa to consult with local entrepreneurs on their business branding. “Getting to travel to South Africa was life-changing. It gave me a real appreciation for my life and showed me that I have the power to help change the lives of others.”
REAL-WORLD LEARNING Emily completed an internship and co-op experience with UCBA’s Communications Department. She also spent the summer of 2019 as a packaging design co-op for Procter & Gamble in Cincinnati. University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College
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HOW TO APPLY We offer three types of admission opportunities at UC Blue Ash College.
Honors Program admission This selective program is for our best and brightest students – those who are challenged by the academic rigor of our classes and who are consistent high-performers. Requirements include a high school GPA of 3.2 or higher and an ACT score of 25 or higher or SAT score of 1200 or higher.
General Admission UC Blue Ash is an open admission institution, providing access to higher education to most prospective students with a high school diploma or the equivalent. An ACT or SAT score is required for all applicants who graduated high school less than a year before their application is submitted.
College Program for Academic Success (CPAS) CPAS is a conditional admission program that is designed for students who need additional support in adjusting to college academics. It is required for all incoming freshman students who have a high school GPA of less than 2.2. Please note that there are limited spots available in the CPAS program; if you meet the profile for this program you are strongly encouraged to apply early.
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Notice of Non-Discrimination
The University of Cincinnati does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, veteran status or gender identity and expression in its programs and activities. The university does not tolerate discrimination, harassment, or retaliation on these bases and takes steps to ensure that students, employees, and third parties are not subject to a hostile environment in university programs or activities.
ADMISSION DEADLINES Applications must be submitted by the following deadlines:
Fall
July 1 December 1 for Academic Scholarship Consideration
August 1
August
May 1 for Academic Scholarship Consideration
Spring
November 15
December 15
Summer
March 15
April 15
January Varies (several sessions)
The university responds promptly and effectively to allegations of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. It promptly conducts investigations and takes appropriate action, including disciplinary action, against individuals found to have violated its policies, as well as provides appropriate remedies to complainants and the campus community. The university takes immediate action to end a hostile environment if one has been created, prevent its recurrence, and remedy the effects of any hostile environment on affected members of the campus community. UC is committed to the ideal of universal Web accessibility and strives to provide an accessible Web presence that enables all university community members and visitors full access to information provided on its websites. Every effort has been made to make these pages as accessible as possible in accordance with the applicable guidelines. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding discrimination, harassment, or retaliation based on disability, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, age and veteran status: Section 504, ADA, Age Act Coordinator 340 University Hall, 51 Goodman Drive Cincinnati, OH 45221-0039 513-556-6381; HRONESTP@ucmail.uc.edu The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding discrimination, harassment, or retaliation based on sex, sexual orientation, gender, and gender identity or expression: Title IX Coordinator, 3115 Edwards 1, 45 Corry Blvd., Cincinnati, OH 45221 513-556-3349; title9@ucmail.uc.edu
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ENROLLMENT STEPS Apply for Admission FRESHMEN STUDENTS: Submit application online at ucblueash.edu/admissions OR via the Common Application. TRANSFER STUDENTS: Submit application online at ucblueash.edu/admissions. Pay $50 Application Fee (online). Send all official*, sealed transcripts directly to: University of Cincinnati • Office of Admissions PO Box 210091 • Cincinnati, OH 45221-0091
*Official transcripts must be sent directly from the school in a sealed envelope. See transcript requirements below.
Submit ACT/SAT scores.
(REQUIRED for freshmen applicants)
Allow 2-3 weeks for your application to be reviewed after all documents have been received. Notification of admission decisions will be sent by email.
Check your status online: ucblueash.edu/status Send FINAL high school transcript AFTER graduation (before July, required for financial aid). Apply for Financial Aid Apply at: www.fafsa.ed.gov (free) UC/UCBA Code: 003125 *Start early for best results. (Available beginning in October.)
Questions about the application? (513)745-5700 or admissions@ucblueash.edu
Confirm Your Admission Submit confirmation form ucblueash.edu/confirm
Take Placement Tests For testing information refer to: ucblueash.edu/placement
Pay $50 confirmation/ matriculation fee (online)
Placement tests are required at no additional cost. Testing exemptions: Applicable transfer credit, AP scores, or qualifying ACT/SAT scores.
ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP CONSIDERATION: Incoming first-time freshman who enroll full-time as a degree-seeking student at UCBA and have: 1) a completed admission application (to include transcript & application fee) by December 1st of their senior year, 2) a completed admission confirmation on or before May 1st, and 3) a final high school GPA of at least 3.2, are eligible for an automatic UC Blue Ash College Academic Achievement Scholarship (amount varies). Full details online at ucblueash.edu/ scholarships. HONORS PROGRAM: Students with a high school GPA of at least 3.2 and an ACT score of 25 or higher qualify for the UCBA Honors Program and an Honors Scholarship in the amount of $1,000.
If you do not confirm, you will not be able to enroll. Financial aid is not possible if you do not confirm and submit a final transcript. Questions about confirmation? (513)745-5700 or admissions@ucblueash.edu
To make your transition smooth and successful, we have several orientation programs for all new students and their parents/family members. Participants will learn about our college policies, procedures and community.
Please note that only ACT/SAT scores sent directly from ACT. org or collegeboard.org will be recognized as official.
In-person orientation is required for all first-year students; transfer students can attend orientation in-person or online.
UC ACT code = 3340 UC SAT code = 1833
During first-year orientation, students will meet with their academic advisors and register for classes.
Questions about testing? (513)745-5783 or placementtesting@ucblueash.edu
Questions about orientation? (513)745-5773 bastdlfe@uc.edu
High School Transcripts
College Transcripts
• Required or GED • FINAL transcript must be sent upon graduation— inform your high school. • Exceptions: 30 semester or 45 quarter college credits
• Official transcripts are required from every college you have attended regardless of the number of credit hours you took or the grades you earned. This includes all postsecondary, College Credit Plus, and dual enrollment coursework. • It is required to submit final transcripts from current coursework after completion.
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Attend Orientation Select an orientation session online after you complete placement testing: ucblueash.edu/orientation
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VISIT US A campus visit is the best way to learn about UC Blue Ash College. Schedule your visit at:
ucblueash.edu/visit or (513) 745-5700 CAMPUS VISITS
Campus visits allow you to explore UC Blue Ash College in a guided group setting. You’ll learn about our programs, our student experience, and why we could be the perfect fit for you.
Campus visits include: • Admissions presentation • Financial aid overview
• Application information • Campus tour
Campus visits are offered three days a week year-round: Mondays: 2-3:30 p.m. • Wednesdays: 5-6:30 p.m. • Fridays: 10-11:30 a.m. Schedule a campus visit at ucblueash.edu/visit or (513) 745-5700.
OPEN HOUSE EVENTS
Held several times each year, our Open House events enable you to speak with faculty members and program representatives while learning more about our college and admission process.
Open House events include: • Admission & financial aid information • Campus tour • Program & major representatives • Application processing Apply at an Open House event and we’ll waive the $50 application fee! Open House events: • Oct. 5, 2019 • Oct. 23, 2019 • March 10, 2020 • April 18, 2020 Register for an Open House at: ucblueash.edu/openhouse
EXPRESS APPLICATION EVENTS
Give us an hour. We’ll kick start your future! Our Express Application events are a great way to complete your application on campus while getting any final questions answered.
Express Application events include: • Application processing • Self-guided tour • Admission information Apply at an Express Application event and we’ll waive the $50 application fee! Express Application events: • Nov. 3, 2019 • May 3, 2020 • June 7, 2020 Register for an Express Application event at: ucblueash.edu/express
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UC Blue Ash College Admissions Admissions Office Muntz Hall, Room 151 9555 Plainfield Road Cincinnati, OH 45236-1096 Dept: (513) 745-5700 Fax: (513) 936-1729 Email: admissions@ucblueash.edu Web: ucblueash.edu
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UC Blue Ash Shuttle
Only 12 miles separates UC Blue Ash from UC’s Uptown campus, keeping students connected. A free campus shuttle operates each weekday between UC Blue Ash and the Uptown campus during fall and spring semesters.
Bus Service to our front door
Queen City Metro’s Rt. 4/Montgomery Road bus stops in front of Muntz Hall on our campus, providing easy access from anywhere in the city.