CECH Admissions

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The College of Education, Criminal Justice, Human Services, and Information Technology (CECH) is home to nearly 7,000 students from all 50 states and 29 countries around the world. Our students are preparing for careers as teachers, athletic directors, community wellness leaders, cybersecurity analysts, and law enforcement officers at the local, state, and federal levels.

At CECH, you can explore more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs and choose from over 800 courses. You will learn from world-class professors who bring exciting research and real-world experience into their teaching.

We believe learning should go beyond the classroom. That is why we focus on hands-on experiences, applied learning, internships, and real projects that help you build confidence and career-ready skills. Whether you are working with community partners, practicing in a lab, or gaining field experience, you will grow every step of the way.

If you are ready to begin your journey, you can apply, schedule a visit, request program information, explore costs and financial aid, or check your next steps if you have already been admitted. Your future starts here, and we cannot wait to see where it leads you.

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Apply

Whether you are a high school student getting ready to start your college journey, a transfer student excited to join the Bearcat community, a working professional looking to advance your career, or a college graduate exploring options for a master’s or doctoral degree, there is a place for you at CECH.

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Visit

If you are exploring campus for the first time or returning to see what is new, CECH is ready to welcome you. Visit our college to experience the spaces where our students learn, collaborate, and grow. From the Teachers-Dyer Complex to the Arlitt Center and Edwards Center, you will get a feel for the unique environments that make CECH such a special place to study.

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Costs and Aid

At the College of Education, Criminal Justice, Human Services, and Information Technology (CECH), we know you want more than a great education. You want real experience and chances to explore the career you care about. Scholarships can help you do that. They do more than cover tuition and fees. They give you support, flexibility, and time to focus on your goals.

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Admitted Students

Congratulations on your admission to the College of Education, Criminal Justice, Human Services, and Information Technology (CECH). We are excited to welcome you into our Bearcat community. You will find everything you need to prepare for your first semester at the University of Cincinnati, including important next steps that will help you get started with confidence. It is a great day to be a Bearcat, and an even better day to join CECH.


Contact CECH

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CECH Student Recruitment

336 Teachers-Dyer Complex

513-556-6308