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.
This signature undergraduate research program engages UHP students in full-time summer research with UC faculty mentors in the humanities, social sciences, education, business, music, arts, and other non-STEMM disciplines.
The Biomedical Research and Mentoring Program (RaMP) is a pre-approved honors experience geared towards first- and second-year UHP students interested in gaining research experience. Graduate students and post-doctoral fellows mentor undergraduate UHP students in their research labs.
This signature undergraduate research program engages UHP students in full-time summer research with UC faculty mentors in the humanities, social sciences, education, business, music, arts, and other non-STEMM disciplines.
The Biomedical Research and Mentoring Program (RaMP) is a pre-approved honors experience geared towards first- and second-year UHP students interested in gaining research experience. Graduate students and post-doctoral fellows mentor undergraduate UHP students in their research labs.
Tales of Resilience is a pre-approved honors experience that promotes empathy and fellowship through shared storytelling. The group will engage in tabletop role-playing in a fantasy setting, using the Dungeons and Dragons 5th Edition System. No prior experience with this game is required to participate.
UHP students are leaders in almost every aspect of the campus and local community, so we are providing a space for UHP student leaders across campus to collaborate with and learn from each other. Students will navigate the challenges and opportunities in leading student groups in today’s constantly changing landscape.
Tales of Resilience is a pre-approved honors experience that promotes empathy and fellowship through shared storytelling. The group will engage in tabletop role-playing in a fantasy setting, using the Dungeons and Dragons 5th Edition System. No prior experience with this game is required to participate.
UHP students are leaders in almost every aspect of the campus and local community, so we are providing a space for UHP student leaders across campus to collaborate with and learn from each other. Students will navigate the challenges and opportunities in leading student groups in today’s constantly changing landscape.
Medical Sciences
Experiences Completed: UPRISE (WISE) Crossroad Health Center Volunteer Internship Program Bearcat Buddies Lead Tutor UHP Discover
July 15, 2025
Starting in August, University of Cincinnati graduate Perry Li will serve as a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant in Taiwan. He will work with students while acting as a cultural ambassador for the United States.
July 14, 2025
Explore Alyssa Wagner's inspiring co-op journey at Flutterby Farm, where hands-on conservation meets innovative GIS technology.
July 7, 2025
On a blisteringly hot summer day, laughter echoed through the cool, damp basement of the Avondale branch of the Cincinnati Public Library. Young teenagers huddled around a table littered with pencils and paper, rolling dice and bonding over a game of Dungeons & Dragons. University of Cincinnati undergraduate student Charitha Anamala sat behind a trifold card with a blazing red dragon on it, serving as the group’s Dungeon Master (DM) or campaign organizer. Within the fantasy setting she described, it was hard to tell the adventure was a lesson in ethics.
May 13, 2025
The University of Cincinnati's College of Medicine is proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of three remarkable students, who have been recognized with two of the university’s highest honors.
