by our College Data Analytics TeamIs UC worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
UC is ranked #2,101 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D-. Within Ohio, it ranks #92 of 139 for value.
Among the majors UC offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Pre-Nursing Studies | #4 of 7 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #4 of 7 |
| Pre-Pharmacy Studies | #5 of 8 |
| Political and Social Sciences | #6 of 6 |
| Modeling, Virtual Environments & Simulation | #7 of 15 |
| Computer Science / Programming | #7 of 15 |
| Other Biological & Biomedical Sciences | #13 of 21 |
| Biological & Biomedical Sciences (Other) | #13 of 21 |
| Biology | #13 of 21 |
| Other Radio, Television Digital Communication | #13 of 22 |
Read the full UC value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
University of Cincinnati-Main Campus is ranked #7 out of #143 in Ohio for quality and #92 out of #139 for Ohio value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the UC financial aid page to be sure.
University of Cincinnati-Main Campus is ranked #2,101 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, University of Cincinnati-Main Campus is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at UC costs about $28,053. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $112,211 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $32,328 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $25,648 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $28,053 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $112,211 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the UC net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a UC degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $129,312 | — | — |
| All Students | $112,211 | #2,101 | D- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $102,592 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $129,312 | — | — |
| All Students | $112,211 | #92 | C+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $102,592 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at UC shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $15,108 |
| $30K–$48K | $16,373 |
| $48K–$75K | $20,607 |
| $75K–$110K | $25,288 |
| Over $110K | $26,573 |
About 64% of UC undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $7,878 per year. Get more details on the UC financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the UC net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.