Program Overview

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University of Cincinnati College of Allied Health Sciences

The University of Cincinnati College of Allied Health Sciences (CAHS) offers a wide range of academic programs in the field of allied health sciences. The college is committed to providing high-quality education, research, and service to its students, faculty, and the community.

Academic Programs

The college offers various undergraduate and graduate programs, including:

• Advanced Medical Imaging Technology
• Health Sciences
• Medical Laboratory Science
• Nutrition & Dietetics
• Respiratory Therapy - Online
• Social Work
• Speech Language Hearing Sciences

Graduate Programs

The college offers several graduate programs, including:

• Athletic Training
• Audiology
• Clinical Laboratory Science - Online
• Communication Sciences & Disorders
• Health Administration - Online
• Health Informatics - Online
• Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
• Medical Laboratory Science Leadership - Online
• Nutrition Sciences Programs
• Occupational Therapy
• Physical Therapy
• Respiratory Therapy - Online
• Speech-Language Pathology Programs (MA)
• Speech-Language Pathology (Clinical Doctorate)
• Social Work Programs

Certificates & Minors

The college also offers various certificates and minors, including:

• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
• Nuclear Medicine Technology
• Developmental Disabilities - Online
• Medical Laboratory Science
• Didactic Program in Dietetics
• Nutrition Sciences Minor
• Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences Minor
• Animal Audiology
• Health Care Administration - Online
• Health Care Finance - Online
• Health Care Policy & Regulation - Online
• Health Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
• Health Information Security Online Certificate
• Human Nutrition Certificate - Online
• Social Work in Schools

Early Admissions Programs

The college offers early admissions programs for students who are interested in pursuing a career in allied health sciences.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

COVID-19 Questions

The University of Cincinnati has developed guidelines for admissions in regards to the option/requirement for a move to Pass/Fail grading.

• We will consider pass grades as we do AP credit – we accept the grade as “prerequisite met”, but we will not include the grade for GPA calculations.
• We will consider Fail grades as “prerequisite not met” – this grade counts as a “0” in GPA calculations.
• No more than 50% of prerequisites can be a grade of “P”
• You will still need to have a GPA of 3.0 for prerequisites

Admissions Questions

• Are there information sessions to learn more about the program? Yes, you can find the most up-to-date opportunities on our Visit Us page.
• How do I know if my classes will meet the prerequisite requirements? To look up if courses from other institutions' will transfer, visit our pre-req course equivalencies page.
• What if I have not completed all of my prerequisites before the application deadline? Applicants should demonstrate a plan to complete all prerequisites by the start of the MSAT program. All prerequisite courses must be completed before the program start date.
• Do you require GRE test scores? No, the program does not require GRE test scores for applicants.
• Where do I send my transcripts? Transcripts must be sent directly to ATCAS.
• Is there a supplemental application fee? Yes, students will be sent an automated email from the UC Graduate College asking them to set up their password and pay a $65 fee after they have submitted their Athletic Training Centralized Application Service (ATCAS) fee and application.
• Does the program conduct interviews? Yes, the program will reach out to qualified applicants after submission to schedule a virtual interview.

Curriculum Questions

• When do admitted students begin classes? Summer semester – May.
• How long does it take to complete the program? The program is 6 consecutive full-time semesters starting in the summer. Each semester consists of academic and clinical experiences to integrate and apply the knowledge to practice and patient care.
• How many students are in a class/cohort? Our goal is for each class/cohort to have 20 students - allowing for more personal interactions with faculty and classmates.

Clinical Placement Questions

• Where are your clinical sites located? Clinical partnerships include Division I, II and III athletics with UC and area Universities. In addition, we partner with multiple healthcare systems such as UC Health, Beacon Orthopedics, Mercy Health, TriHealth, OrthoCincy, St. Elizabeth and NovaCare through their outpatient facilities and outreach programs.
• When do the clinical rotations occur in the curriculum? Our clinical progression will begin with an introductory experience with pre-season training at one of our sites followed by a semester long exposure within one of the aforementioned healthcare systems to gain an appreciation for allied health professionals one will be working with in the immediate future.

Tuition and Fees

• What is the current tuition and fees for the program? The most up-to-date Tuition & Fee information can be found on the Program Costs and Details page.
• What types of financial aid are available? Information for graduate students can be found on the Graduate Student Financial Aid page. Program specific scholarships can be found on our Scholarships page.

Athletic Training Program

The Athletic Training Program at the University of Cincinnati College of Allied Health Sciences is a comprehensive program that prepares students for a career in athletic training. The program includes coursework, clinical experiences, and research opportunities to provide students with a well-rounded education.

Contact Information

College of Allied Health Sciences
Health Sciences Building
3225 Eden Avenue