# University of Cincinnati-Main Campus

Cincinnati, OH. Source page: https://www.dreamschool.co/colleges/university-of-cincinnati-main-campus

University of Cincinnati-Main Campus is a public college in Cincinnati, OH with 29,882 undergraduates. It admits 85% of applicants, and admitted students average 1282 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $24,917 per year ($16,848 for families earning under $30,000). 75% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $60,832 ten years after enrolling.

## Key facts

| Measure | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Admission rate | 85% (Fall 2024) |
| Testing policy | Test optional (considered if submitted) (Fall 2024) |
| Applicants | 33,165 (Fall 2023) |
| Admitted | 29,077 (Fall 2023) |
| SAT Reading & Writing (middle 50%) | 570–670 (Fall 2024) |
| SAT Math (middle 50%) | 590–700 (Fall 2024) |
| ACT Composite (middle 50%) | 24–29 (Fall 2024) |
| Cost of attendance | $33,026 (2024-25) |
| Average net price | $24,917 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $0–30k | $16,848 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $30–48k | $17,178 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $48–75k | $20,592 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $75–110k | $26,884 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $110k+ | $30,546 (2024-25) |
| Undergraduates | 29,882 (Fall 2024) |
| Graduation rate | 75% (Fall 2019) |
| Median earnings 10 years after enrolling | $60,832 (2023) |
| Median debt at graduation | $20,500 (FY2024) |

## What University of Cincinnati-Main Campus considers in admissions (Fall 2023)

- High school record: Required
- High school GPA: Required
- College-prep coursework: Required
- Class rank: Considered
- Essay or personal statement: Required
- Recommendations: Considered
- Demonstrated competencies: Not considered
- Legacy status: Not considered
- Work experience: Considered
- English proficiency test: Required

## FAQ

**What is University of Cincinnati-Main Campus's acceptance rate?**

University of Cincinnati-Main Campus admits 85% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

**What SAT score do you need for University of Cincinnati-Main Campus?**

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 570–670 on SAT Reading and Writing and 590–700 on SAT Math; the average total is 1282.

**What ACT score do you need for University of Cincinnati-Main Campus?**

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 24–29.

**Is University of Cincinnati-Main Campus test optional?**

Test optional (considered if submitted).

**How many students apply to University of Cincinnati-Main Campus?**

In Fall 2023, 33,165 students applied to University of Cincinnati-Main Campus and 29,077 were admitted; 6,922 enrolled.

**Does University of Cincinnati-Main Campus consider legacy status?**

No. University of Cincinnati-Main Campus reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

**Does University of Cincinnati-Main Campus require an essay?**

University of Cincinnati-Main Campus reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

**How much does University of Cincinnati-Main Campus cost?**

The sticker cost of attendance is $33,026 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $24,917.

**What is University of Cincinnati-Main Campus's graduation rate?**

75% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.


## Sources

- U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (Most Recent Institution-Level Data), released 2026-10-15: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/data/
- IPEDS Admissions survey (ADM2023): https://nces.ed.gov/ipeds/datacenter/DataFiles.aspx
- IPEDS unit ID 201885. Methodology: https://www.dreamschool.co/methodology