UC Graduate College Welcome & Orientation

Join us for an in-person orientation experience in the heart of campus as part of Bearcats Welcome. This event is designed to help incoming graduate students connect with fellow students, campus partners and the resources available to support their success at the University of Cincinnati. The program includes a welcome from Graduate College leadership, a resource fair featuring UC departments and community partners, opportunities to connect with Graduate Student Ambassadors, free lunch and welcome bags (while supplies last), photos with the UC Bearcat, campus tours and additional informational sessions. Whether you're new to Cincinnati, UC or graduate school, this event is a great opportunity to build connections, ask questions and start your graduate journey with confidence. View the full event schedule for session times, campus tours and additional event details. About the Graduate College The Graduate College supports the academic mission of UC's graduate programs and colleges by providing university-wide leadership, resources and services that promote graduate student success. Serving nearly 12,000 graduate students across more than 400 graduate programs, the Graduate College works to: Guide graduate students through university policies and procedures. Connect graduate students with resources, programming and opportunities throughout their academic journey. Advocate for graduate students and graduate programs across the university. The Graduate College website is