The University Honors Program (UHP) is committed to helping students maximize their educational opportunities at UC while discovering and pursuing their passions in life and using their gifts and talents to make meaningful contributions to society. We believe experiential learning and consistent reflection can help students leave their unique imprint on campus and in their communities.
The University Honors Program comprises students in the top 7% of University of Cincinnati undergraduates, over 1400 in total across all nine undergraduate colleges. We offer a supportive community in which students are inspired to make an impact from their very first semester on campus. Because of our individualized approach to advising and honors experiences, our students graduate among the most competitive professionals in the world.
To that end, we are invested in developing students into global citizen scholars who lead innovative efforts toward solving the world's complex problems.
Do you strive to be an engaged student passionate about making an impact in your field, on campus, in your communtiies, or across the world? Are you looking for a program that will encourage you to explore your interests and provide support to maximize your opportunities? Each fall, the University Honors Program recruits new students who are excited to join this community of scholars to be better leaders, innovators, and explorers.
Fall applications for UC students will open in September. But don't wait! Join our outreach list and we'll contact you this fall to remind you to apply.
Medical Sciences
Experiences Completed: UPRISE (WISE) Crossroad Health Center Volunteer Internship Program Bearcat Buddies Lead Tutor UHP Discover
April 18, 2025
Harshman Sihra, a reproductive health advocate planning a future as an OBGYN and public health policymaker, is now the third University of Cincinnati student to win the Harry S. Truman Scholarship.
April 3, 2025
Second-year medical sciences student Jay Patel is pursuing his passions at UC — conducting cancer research, exploring public policy as a Portman Fellow, and leading an international nonprofit foundation.
April 1, 2025
The Biomedical Research and Mentoring Program is open to any University Honors Program students. The faculty mentors are typically from UC’s College of Medicine or Cincinnati Children's Hospital.
September 4, 2024
Ryan Rosensweig’s journey from the University of Cincinnati to Microsoft is filled with innovative impacts, co-op opportunities and mentorship from Bearcat professors.
