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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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Struggling with daily HIV meds?

March 23, 2026

For many people living with HIV, staying healthy depends on something deceptively simple: taking a pill every day. But for those navigating unstable housing, stigma, mental health challenges or addiction, that daily routine can be hard to maintain. As Yahoo!Health recently reported, a new study suggests there may be a better option.

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Extended-release buprenorphine viable, safe during pregnancy

March 23, 2026

MedPage Today highlighted research led by the University of Cincinnati's John Winhusen published in JAMA Internal Medicine that found administering weekly injectable extended-release buprenorphine for treatment of opioid use disorder during pregnancy led to higher rates of abstinence from illicit opioids than buprenorphine given daily under the tongue.

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Check out UC's latest innovations

March 23, 2026

In an era of constant innovation, UC’s College of Arts and Sciences (A&S) raises the bar high as they host the second annual Discovery in Action Showcase on March 31, 2026. This event will feature projects that will be presented by faculty, researchers and students representing the Portman Center, UC Field Center, the Arts and Sciences Co-Op program, various language studies, and many of the other areas of study that fall under the umbrella of Arts and Sciences.

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