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University of Cincinnati - Diversity - Diversity - College ProwlerCollege Prowler3.46

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Quick Stats

African American 12%
Asian American 3%
Hispanic 2%
International 2%
Native American 0%
White 76%
Unknown 6%
Historically Black College/University? No
Tribal College? No
Out-of-State Students 12%
Common States of Residence
  • Foreign countries
  • Illinois
  • Indiana
  • Kentucky
  • Michigan
Student Age Breakdown Under 18: 0%
18-19: 28%
20-21: 29%
22-24: 24%
25+: 19%
Female Faculty 38%
Male Faculty 62%
Faculty Diversity African American: 4%
Asian American: 11%
Hispanic: 2%
International: 5%
Native American: 0%
White: 72%
Unknown: 6%

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

If you’re looking for a diverse school, the University of Cincinnati is worth looking into. It's not the most ethnically diverse school out there, but the students, faculty, and staff come from a wide range of backgrounds, allowing students to not only learn in class but also learn about other cultures and lifestyles. A lot of UC students are from Cincinnati or within Ohio, but there are students who come from out of state and even from other countries. It’s a great learning experience to meet international students because they learn from American students as much as we learn from them. Some colleges and programs tend to be more diverse than others, but with such a large campus, there are still opportunities for all students to interact.

The great thing about attending a large college is students aren’t afraid to be themselves, and there are student groups on campus for almost every lifestyle. If there isn’t, a new organization can be established. The University does a good job of allowing all ideas and groups to make their presence known, even if it is a very small minority of the campus population. Students are free to protest what they don’t agree with. There are endless possibilities here to learn about other cultures, ideas, and lifestyles, which also help students determine who they are.

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Diversity at University of Cincinnati

giwer77

Marketing '16

3.8
B+

Except All

I really don't think about it much. Have a lot of friends of a different race and religion.

Apr 09, 2012

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Diversity at University of Cincinnati

vencibj

Food and Nutrition Studies '12

3.8
B+

Diversity at UC

I feel that there is a wide range of diversity at UC, particularly seen in the graduate level. It also depends on what major your in, if it is Engineering than there are lots of international students. However, something like Nutrition tends to be a lot of white females. Overall UC does a good job at accepting others, with many ethnic student organizations on campus.

Jan 27, 2012

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Diversity at University of Cincinnati

pothab

Music Performance '15

4.6
A

Diversity and Our Students

There are plenty of students at UC that are not of Caucasian descent. With our prestigious music and art schools, we attract students from around the world. Acceptance is also not an issue because of the widely ranging cultures here.

Jan 07, 2012

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User rating for University of Cincinnati - Diversity is 4.6 out of 5 based on 34 user reviews.

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Gay Pride

There are several groups on campus for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transsexual, and questioning (LGBTQ) students. Most groups meet once a month but also hold special events for members to get to know one another and talk about current issues. There are also support groups available through the UC Women’s Center that are free and open to anyone. Most students are open and proud of their sexuality, with some even taking part in drag shows on and off campus. LGBTQ students have several options to network, and they are accepted for who they are. UC is a diverse campus, so 99.9 percent of the time, LGBTQ students will not feel left out or discriminated against.

Political Activity

Though Cincinnati is a relatively conservative city, there is a lot of political activity on the UC campus. There is a decent mix of students from each of the two major political parties, but there are also some middle-of-the-road and independent students. UC students are generally outspoken about their political ideologies but respectful of opposing viewpoints. During election time, politics are a hot topic of conversation, and UC is oftentimes a place where candidates will come to rally.

There are several political organizations that students can get involved with. College Democrats and College Republicans tend to be popular outlets for discussion, but the Campus Green Party, Amnesty International, and the International Socialist Organization provide alternative outlets for students who do not fit into the Republican or Democratic parties. It is not uncommon to see students rallying for issues or candidates, and sometimes student organizations come out to protest events and displays on campus.

Economic Status

Students at UC come from diverse economical backgrounds. Though a majority of students come from middle-class families, there are students who come from higher- and lower-income families. Economic status is not an issue between students, especially since most will tell you they receive some sort of financial aid. Students are generally understanding of other people’s backgrounds, and, for the most part, they will not judge anyone based on the money they have or don’t have.

Most Common Religions

Christians and Catholics are the most common at UC, but students of other religions have a presence on campus, as well. Since the University is a public institution, religion is not a huge deal on campus, but there are student groups that meet regularly and occasionally protest. Some of the more prominent student religious groups are Campus Crusade for Christ, Hillel Jewish Student Center, University Christian Church, and Young Life. These student groups can be spotted raising money for charities or working in the community to help others. They are also relatively active on campus. For example, Hillel lights a menorah in McMicken Commons for students who celebrate Hanukkah.

Minority Clubs on Campus

Some minority groups bring in speakers, hold discussions, or have gatherings on a regular basis. Some of the minority groups on campus include African Student Association, Alliance of Ethiopian Students, Alpha Tau Nu: Society for Black Women, Inc., Arab Student Union, Asian American Association, Chinese Students and Scholars Assn (CSSA), Club Hispano, Discover Philippines Student Association, Egyptian Student Association, India Students Association, Japanese and American Student Society (JASS), Korean Student Association, Muslim Student Association, Persian Student Association, Romanian Student Association, Russian Culture Club, Shades of You for Women of Color, Sri Lankan Student Association, Turkish Student & Scholars Association, United Black Student Association (UBSA), and Vietnamese Student Association.

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Hometown
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