Before You Apply

Yes! Please contact your program's admissions coordinator directly. If you are trying to determine which program might be the best fit, you can search programs using the Graduate Program Finder.

Who do I contact with questions about program admission requirements, application deadlines, program start dates, program curriculum and other program-specific questions? right arrow down arrow

Please contact your program's admissions coordinator or view full program details by searching for your program on the Graduate Program Finder.

What are tuition rates/program fees for my program of interest? right arrow down arrow

To confirm the cost, please reach out to the admission contact with your program directly.

Who do I talk to about financial aid opportunities? right arrow down arrow

Individual graduate programs are primarily responsible for dispensing fellowships, graduate assistantships and other funding. You can also find general information about funding through the Graduate College’s Funding Opportunities page. Additionally, the International Student Services website has information regarding funding available for international students.

I am an international student - who do I contact with questions about visas, I-20s, financial aid/work opportunities, TOEFL/ELS testing requirements, etc? right arrow down arrow

UC International Student Services assists international applicants in understanding the rules, regulations, and procedures involved with studying in the United States, however, they do not handle admissions. They will be able to assist with questions about visas, I-20s, and offer guidance on additional scholarships you are able to apply for outside of UC and your program. UC International Student Services can be reached at international.services@uc.edu.

For international admission questions, such as questions about English language requirements and tests (TOEFL, ELS), please view the English Proficiency Requirements page or reach out to graduate admissions at grad.admissions@uc.edu.

Can I apply to two (or more) programs at UC? right arrow down arrow

Yes. You must complete a separate application for each program and pay the fee for each application. You must provide the required materials for each program. Each application requires separate letters of recommendation. Letters of recommendation and materials submitted to one program will not be shared with other programs.

There is no restriction on the number of programs to which a prospective student may apply.

Are there any admission application fee waivers? right arrow down arrow

Application fee waivers are granted for US active duty military members and veterans, as well as participants in any of the following programs:

These waivers will be applied automatically upon submission of those application for those who qualify.