University Of Cincinnati
2600 Clifton Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45221, United States

The University of Cincinnati (UC or Cincinnati, informally Cincy) is a public research university in Cincinnati, Ohio, United States. Founded in 1819 as Cincinnati College, it is the second oldest institution of higher education in the Cincinnati area (behind Miami University) and has an annual enrollment of over 50,000 students, making it the second largest university in Ohio.It is part of the University System of Ohio. The university's primary uptown campus and medical campus are located in the Heights and Corryville neighborhoods, with branch campuses located in Batavia and Blue Ash, Ohio.

Master of Science in Manufacturing Engineering

Manufacturing Engineering prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills to the identification and resolution of production problems in the manufacture of products. Includes instruction in machine operations, production line operations, engineering analysis, systems analysis, instrumentation, physical controls, automation, computer aided manufacturing (CAM), manufacturing planning, quality control, and informational infrastructure. 

Studying Manufacturing Engineering at the University of Cincinnati prepares students to strive to improve the equipment, processes, and materials used to produce goods as well as promoting production sustainability. The associate program encompasses all aspects of product manufacturing from design concepts to delivery. To succeed in this field, students should be attentive, communicative, well-organized and logical in their thinking. Students should also be curious about how things work and how they are made. Students wishing to further their education, can earn a bachelor's degree in Applied Administration, designed for students who have already completed the associate degree in Manufacturing Engineering Technology and seek a pathway to a bachelor's degree without any loss of credits from their associate degree. Students may also add to their undergraduate studies with a certificate in Computer Aided Design (CAD) or Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM).  

The University of Cincinnati offers a undergraduate program options, including the BTAS & AAS. Graduates of these programs will find themselves in an area of high demand as manufacturers aim to reduce costs and increase productivity. 

https://webapps2.uc.edu/ecurriculum/degreeprograms/tile/programs/Manufacturing_Engineering 

For our graduate programs, we welcome applications from students who hold a bachelor's degree (or higher) from a college or university accredited by a regional or general accrediting agency. It is recommended that applicants have at least a B average in undergraduate course work (or otherwise give evidence of promise that is judged satisfactory by the admitting program).

Each graduate program is responsible for setting application requirements and admission criteria beyond the minimum requirements set by the university (outlined below). Programs set their application deadlines, and they set their own schedule for making admission decisions. Programs have the authority to require certain pre-admission examinations, to require the satisfactory completion of certain coursework prior to admission, and to establish other admission requirements. Admissions decisions are made by the program, and those decisions are final. 

Your application, application fee, and all required materials must be submitted by the program's deadline in order to be considered for review.

  • GRE - Required of all international students; GRE is exempt for students that earned a degree from an ABET accredited university (or equivalent accreditation) in the USA with a GPA of 3.0+
  • Transcript(s) and Degree Certificates (unofficial transcripts are used for admissions review, only admitted applicants submit official transcripts)
  • GPA minimum 3.0 or equivalent
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • International students - English Proficiency Test: TOEFL (minimum 92) or IELTS (minimum 6.5)

University Admission Requirements

Admissions Application

Most programs utilize the UC Graduate Admissions Application. In order to begin an application, you will create an account with UC's Application Portal. You'll select the proper application year, entry term, and program to get started on the application! 

Select programs use outside applications instead, including:

Please note that UC admits by entry term (semester), so ensure that you are applying to the proper entry term. Not all programs are available to start every entry term. Please reference your program's admissions website for more information. 

Application Fee

Application fees vary by program and application type. For more information, see our Application Fees page. 

Transcripts

Submit unofficial transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. Please add each undergraduate and graduate institution you have attended to the application, including the institution you are currently attending (if applicable). An unofficial transcript (scan of transcript or degree audit) is required for each institution (including in-progress coursework) even if you have previously submitted official transcripts or attended the University of Cincinnati. This will be used for the admissions review process and so must contain a complete record of your courses and grades.

A note to international applicants: Some programs require that applicants who completed coursework outside of the United States submit an official transcript evaluation by a NACES member (commonly used members include IEE, Josef Silny & Associates, SpanTran, WES, etc.) at the time of application. These programs include: Criminal Justice, Information Technology, Respiratory Therapy, Biostatistics, Clinical & Translational Research, Epidemiology, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Safety & Ergonomics, Telehealth, and Toxicology. 

Additionally, some programs at UC, mostly within the Lindner College of Business, accept certain international three-year degrees as applicable to U.S. four-year degrees. Please contact the Lindner College of Business at graduate@uc.edu with questions and to see if your degree qualifies. All other programs, unless otherwise stated, do not accept three-year degrees. 

Please note: Applicants to programs within the College of Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Audiology, Speech-Language Pathology, and Public Health MUST submit official transcripts or transcript evaluations through the appropriate CAS application system at the time of application. This includes UC transcripts for those applicants who previously attended UC.

Letters of Recommendation

The number of required letters varies by program. Please search for your program on the Graduate Program Finder to view full application requirements, including the number of letters of recommendation required and any specific guidelines for those letters. 

Proof of English Language Proficiency (for international applicants)

The following exams and minimum scores are accepted as proof of English proficiency:

  • TOEFL: minimum score of 80 iBT
    • In-person and at-home (online) exam scores accepted. TOEFL Essentials and My Best Test scores are not accepted. 
  • IELTS: minimum score of 6.5 overall band 
    • In-person and at-home (online) exam scores accepted
  • Duolingo (DET): minimum score of 110
  • PTE: minimum score of 54

UC only accepts official scores sent directly from the testing agency to UC, preferably via electronic sending methods. For TOEFL, please use school code 1833. IELTS scores must be sent directly from your testing center to UC.

Self-reported scores will not complete your application nor will scores that are below the minimum qualifying scores listed above.

Proof of English proficiency is required of all applicants who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents, and who were educated in a country where the official national language is not English. Applicants can demonstrate English proficiency via standardized test score or by meeting the requirements for one of our accepted waivers. Please view our full requirements, including minimum scores, on our English Language Proficiency Requirements page.

Official Standardized Test Scores (if required by program)

Test score requirements vary by program. Please search for your program on the Graduate Program Finder to view full application requirements, including if the program requires submission of a standardized test score for admission.  

Please note that UC only accepts official scores sent directly from the testing agency to UC, preferably via electronic sending methods. For GRE scores, please use school code 1833. Do NOT choose a department code. Choosing a department code will likely cause your scores to go to the wrong place and not be added to your application.

Both the in-person and at-home versions of the GRE are accepted. Self-reported scores will not complete your application.

For proper matching of your test score(s) to your application, please use the same email address for both your test registration and your admissions application. 

CV/Resume, Personal Statement, etc. (vary by program)

Other requirements such as CV/Resume, Personal Statement, etc. vary by program. Search by program to view full admissions requirements. 

Questions about your graduate application?

Contact Graduate Admissions at grad.admissions@uc.edu or (513) 556-1100.

Fall 2023

Application Opens: May 8, 2023

Application Closes: September 12, 2023

Last Day to Update RSVP*: September 12, 2023

Last Day to Update Diploma Name and Diploma Mailing Address: December 9, 2023

Spring 2024

Application Opens: August 21, 2023

Application Closes: January 30, 2024

Last Day to Update RSVP*: January 30, 2024

Last Day to Update Diploma Name and Diploma Mailing Address: April 25, 2024

Summer 2024

Application Opens: January 8, 2024

Application Closes: May 28, 2024

Last Day to Update RSVP*: May 28, 2024

Last Day to Update Diploma Name and Diploma Mailing Address: August 3, 2024

https://www.uc.edu/about/registrar/graduation/apply-to-graduate.html 

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