Union Institute & University

Union Institute & University Overview

Union Institute & University is a private, nonprofit school in the urban setting of Cincinnati, Ohio. UI&U was founded in 1964 and the school presently has around 1,133 students per year, which includes 837 undergrads.

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2022 UI&U Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Trimester
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate	EA not offered
Tuition	$16,841

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Is UI&U a Good School?

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The definition of a "good school" is different for different people. Admissions difficulty, admitted student statistics, tuition, and financial aid can provide a sense of how selective a university is.

Let's take a closer look at these areas to get a clearer idea of what UI&U offers and if the school seems like the right college for you.

Retention and Graduation Rates at UI&U

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. It gauges how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

Approximately 92% of first-year, full-time undergrads who start at UI&Uare still enrolled their sophomore year. The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outcomes for UI&U Grads

Job placement rates after graduation and average starting salaries can all give important clues about the value of a degree from a specific school.

Check with UI&U directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

Union Institute & University's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students.

As of 2017, the total market value of Union Institute & University's endowment was $800000 thousand. The average college endowment was $905 million in 2021. The school spends $6,062 for each full-time student enrolled.

Tuition and Financial Aid at UI&U

Tuition is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

For information on UI&U's financial aid options for first-year students, check with the school directly.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA asap. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so be very wary of anyone asking you for money.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at UI&U.

Based on this information, how does UI&U sound? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may be a terrible fit for another! So ask yourself: Is UI&U a good school for you?

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Where is UI&U?

UI&U is located in the city of Cincinnati, Ohio, less than an hour from Cincinnati.

If you would like to see UI&U for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 71 to Cincinnati, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International.

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