New Students

The University of Cincinnati is excited to welcome all our new Bearcats during Bearcats Bound Orientation. 

For the Housing timeline, important dates and answers to many frequently asked questions, please visit the University Housing website.

View the New Student Checklist to ensure that you don't miss any steps.

Need help navigating Catalyst? Use this Catalyst Self-Help Guide for instructions on how to do your UC related business online.

You can use the Give Parent/Guest Access link in Catalyst to set up access for your parent or other party. Please note: Incoming students are able to delegate access to their account a few weeks prior to attending new student orientation.

The Cincinnati Tuition Guarantee for new, degree-seeking first-year and transfer students, sets tuition, mandatory fees, and room and board at a consistent rate for up to four or five years depending on the length of the student’s academic program.

Review personalized financial aid options as itemized in your financial aid award offer via Catalyst. Please note: Changes to your schedule can impact the amount of your financial aid.

Use the Estimated Remaining Cost Tool to calculate the amount that may be needed to cover any remaining cost. Options can include the Semester Payment Plan, a Parent PLUS loan, and/or Alternative loans. Review your options to determine what is best for your family: Parent PLUS loans vs. Private Loans.

Sign up for direct deposit to have financial aid or credit balance refunds automatically deposited into your bank account.

Waive university health insurance, if you have other coverage. Submit vaccination information.