Is University of Cincinnati-Main Campus worth it?
University of Cincinnati-Main Campus is a public, four-year institution in Cincinnati, Ohio (large city), part of the University of Cincinnati system. It awarded 12,570 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in information technology, marketing management and registered nursing.
University of Cincinnati-Main Campus is part of University of Cincinnati
Employer, job title and found-employed figures are reported for the whole system, not for this campus. Federal data on this page is for this campus only.
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Federal context for University of Cincinnati-Main Campus
Published by the federal government for federally aided students. It does not say which employers hire graduates.
Median earnings 1 year after
$53,819
Median earnings 4 years after
$72,188
Median earnings 10 years after
$54,810
Average net price
$25,648
Completion rate
75%
Completions (2024)
12,570
Years to pay back
1.4 years
Students (undergrad)
29,882
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Master's | $102,735 | $114,994 | 853 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $71,105 | $85,551 | 520 |
| Marketing | Bachelor's | $50,636 | $72,881 | 463 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | Master's | $55,052 | $66,674 | 366 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Bachelor's | $72,390 | $79,742 | 266 |
| Medicine | First professional | $65,906 | $90,324 | 265 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Bachelor's | $69,548 | $100,975 | 251 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's | $40,557 | $54,231 | 247 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $41,138 | $56,818 | 246 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $39,607 | $47,019 | 234 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | Bachelor's | $59,067 | $83,501 | 219 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $33,513 | $48,406 | 211 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $34,092 | $57,443 | 205 |
| Design and Applied Arts | Bachelor's | $52,526 | $71,605 | 205 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | $72,412 | $86,331 | 196 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Information Technology | Master's | 773 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management, General | Bachelor's | 455 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 336 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 315 |
| Finance, General | Bachelor's | 303 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Master's | 257 |
| Applied Behavior Analysis | Master's | 207 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | 204 |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other | Bachelor's | 204 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | Bachelor's | 203 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 27% | 34,377 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 13% | 17,042 |
| Educational Services | 12% | 14,693 |
| Manufacturing | 7% | 9,444 |
| Retail Trade | 6% | 8,050 |
| Finance and Insurance | 5% | 6,692 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 5,797 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 4% | 5,529 |
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Sources: federal figures for University of Cincinnati-Main Campus. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Ohio. Counts under 10 are not published.
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