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Why study Information Technology?

The Information Technology certificate, which is eligible for federal financial aid, prepares students to learn the fundamentals of object-oriented programming using an industry-standard programming language, as well as the fundamentals of database design and systems administration. Students will have the option to choose an IT elective from a range of IT areas, such as web design and development, database administration, and networking, to further their technical skills.

Admission Requirements

This program is open to all students with a high school diploma or GED and the desire to succeed in college. Although admission is open, students accepted into the program must meet the academic standards of the program to advance to upper levels of study. 

As a first-year student, you will complete an English assessment and a mathematics placement test if you have not obtained the minimum ACT/SAT score required for exemption. These assessments do not affect your admission; however, the results are essential for your proper placement in classes. You must complete these assessments before you register for English or mathematics courses.  

As a transfer or transition student, an Academic Advisor will determine if any English or mathematics assessment is necessary due to previous standardized tests (ACT/SAT) or coursework.

To succeed in IT, you must think logically and pay close attention to detail. The job calls for patience, persistence and the ability to work on exacting analytical work, especially under pressure. Ingenuity and creativity are particularly important. The ability to work with abstract concepts and to do technical analysis is especially important. Because you are expected to work in teams and interact directly with computer users, you must be able to communicate well with non-technical personnel.

With an information technology certificate, you may pursue the following employment opportunities:

  • programmer
  • operating systems specialist
  • software applications specialist
  • software/application support
  • database software technician
  • webmaster

The following information is provided to you per U.S. Department of Education regulations:
The Department of Labor’s Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) code for this occupation is 15-1021.  The informational profile for this occupation is at O*NET OnLine.

Regulations published in the Federal Register on October 29, 2010, require institutions to report certain information about students who enrolled in Title IV eligible educational programs that lead to gainful employment in a recognized occupation (GE programs). View this program’s most recent disclosure information including program costs, median loan debt at program completion, normal time to completion and normal time to completion rates, and job placement rate (if reported).

The information provided is sourced from a third party, Lightcast. Their product, called Career Coach, combines extensive labor market data from Lightcast and the U.S.Bureau of Labor Statistics. It provides insights on industry, occupation, compensation, and projected growth for each profession. Economic and workforce information is available for various geographic regions. Some careers may require additional training or education.

Academic advising is an essential part of your educational experience. 

We are committed to providing advice and assistance throughout your academic journey. You and your advisor work together to create an academic plan based on your goals. 
 
Questions? Email us at clermont.advising@uc.edu or call 513-558-8317 to schedule an appointment.

UC Clermont students have access to free tutoring and academic support services through Learning Commons. The Learning Commons provides centralized academic support for all University of Cincinnati students by bringing together faculty, best practices in teaching and learning, and hundreds of outstanding peer educators to create flexible academic success programming. Free services available to UC Clermont students include group review sessions, success skills workshops, and tutoring in writing, math, science, and more. Services are available on campus or virtually. Visit the Learning Commons webpage for more information or schedule an appointment.


Academic Writing Center (AWC) – The Academic Writing Center (AWC) offers tutoring for all stages of the writing process, from brainstorming to incorporating research. The AWC is not course-specific and can help with discipline-specific documents, as well as non-course-based writing. To make an appointment, click here or stop by the Front Desk on the first floor of the Fred Marcotte Library.

Group Review Sessions (GRS) – Group Review Sessions (GRS) are small study groups, led by a peer leader, that meet to review content that is covered in course-supported lectures each week. Find the list of supported courses on the Learning Commons website.

Drop-In Study Tables:  Drop-in study tables are small group tutoring tables based on your course where you can collaborate with fellow students and learn from your table leader. No appointments needed! All drop-in study tables are in-person in the Learning Commons on the 1st floor of the Fred Marcotte Library in Jones 120. You can view the up-to-date study table schedule on the Learning Commons website.

Peer Tutoring – Peer tutoring sessions are one-on-one with a subject-specific tutor to answer questions and help you master content in more than 200 undergraduate courses, including subjects such as math, science, languages, and business. Schedule appointments up to 7 days in advance for one-hour, 90-minute,e or two-hour sessions. If you notice your desired course is not offered, please let us know

Canvas Navigator Workshop – Designed to help students who are new to college and need help navigating their coursework online. The workshop shows students how to access their course materials, publisher homework, quizzes, textbooks, academic services like tutoring, and more. Students who attend this workshop can expect to gain clarity on what they need to do on a weekly basis to stay on track with their coursework throughout the semester, which helps students stay motivated, leading to greater confidence and success in their courses.  Visit

Math Placement Test Workshop – Offered to prospective and current UC students who want to brush up on their math skills before taking the Math Placement Test. A UC Clermont professional tutor leads the free synchronous online workshop. The three-week workshop series is offered monthly except in January. It is recommended that students sign up for all three weeks to get the maximum benefit from these workshops.

Math for Science Students Workshop – Designed for students enrolled in entry-level biology and chemistry courses, these workshops cover foundational math concepts that students need to succeed in their science courses. A UC Clermont tutor leads the synchronous online workshops. The workshop repeats each week, starting the week before classes begin and continuing through week 3 of the semester.

In order to graduate from UC Clermont, a student must:

  • Complete all required course work and program requirements. 
  • Obtain at least a 2.0 university grade point average. Please note if you enroll in a transfer or transition program, a higher grade point average will be required to successfully transfer or transition to the baccalaureate program. 
  • Be in good academic standing; that is, not on academic or disciplinary probation or suspension. 
  • Meet the college's residency requirement of 20 semester credit hours. 
  • File formal application for the degree by the posted semester of graduation deadline.

We accept transfer applications all year long, and you may start any semester, provided your transcripts arrive in time to be evaluated before the start of the semester you wish to attend. 

If you have not taken college-level mathematics or English, you will need to take the appropriate assessments prior to enrolling.

Other UC students may transfer into Clermont College by completing the application for change in college and program. You are urged to see your advisor before transferring into a different major to minimize any impact on your degree progress.

You must demonstrate English proficiency. You must also meet admissions deadlines and visa requirements, and provide documentation of sufficient funds before we can complete your admission. Please call the International Admissions Office (513) 556-2069 for details or email with questions.

Learn more about becoming an international student at UC Clermont.

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Application Deadlines

For specific deadline information, visit the Admissions webpage.

The University of Cincinnati and all regional campuses are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

Contact Information

Enrollment Services
University of Cincinnati Online
57 West Daniels Street
Cincinnati , OH 45221
(833) 556-8611
onlinerecruitment@uc.edu

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