University of Cincinnati, one of the top public research universities in the United States is planning to invest US $I million in undergraduate scholarships for Indian students beginning the fall 2011 intake.
The most significant investment is the university's commitment to provide two full scholarships to undergraduate Indian students joining UC in fall 2011. This opportunity is applicable to two brilliant students who have overcome substantial disadvantages during their educational pursuits.
The university-wide UC Global Scholarship program also provides scholarships ranging from $1,000-$12,000 per year to the undergraduate students for International students. Students are advised that their completed applications should reach the university by Dec 1st for maximum scholarship consideration.
Jonathan Weller, Director of International Admissions said, "UC has always seen significant research contributions by Indian students. We look forward to more contributions & interest from Indian students with the current investment."
The university will partner with an NGO to help identify these two students.
Information about this, and other scholarships for Indian undergraduate students, will be available on www.uc.edu/india by October 1, 2010.
The university has nearly 2,000 international students out of which 650 are Indian. The University of Cincinnati has an extensive network of local representatives throughout India to assist students with the decision making process. They are available to answer questions, assist with applying for admission, and provide detailed information about opportunities for Indian students at UC.
University of Cincinnati has created incredible innovations for society such as the first antihistamine, the first live polio vaccine and the first use of the YAG laser to remove a brain tumor.Over 100 years ago, UC created a unique educational program called cooperative education, or "Co-Op",that strikes an ideal balance between academics and professional practice.
UC is active in India
The university has a long track record of working in India. There are currently 18 faculty led projects underway in India, ranging from lead paint prevention programs to teaching math and science to children in rural India.
UC also encourages its American students to explore India and its wonderful culture and people. The University Honors program will be leading some of the university's top students on its third consecutive service trip to India this winter.
This year's group of 12 students will assist a non-profit group called Design Impact who is working with the small village of Thiruchuli to develop fair-trade soap that can be sold internationally as well as a smokeless, clean-burning charcoal briquette to reduce the village's dependence on kerosene and LPG.
The students will be led by Dr. Raj Mehta, Director of UC Honors Scholar program and a professor in the College of Business who says, "Indians have contributed greatly to American universities and culture and service trips like this allow Americans to experience Indian culture firsthand - and to give something back to India."
About University of Cincinnati
The University of Cincinnati offers around 200 undergraduate degree programs and 150 postgraduate programs, with several innovative programs attractive to Indian students, including the Accelerated Engineering Degree, or "ACCEND", which allows students to earn an engineering bachelor's degree and a master's degree in an accelerated timeframe. "Admission to ACCEND programs is competitive and the workload can be challenging, but the pay off - a bachelor's degree, a master's, and a year of paid, professional work experience in as little as five years, is a truly unique and rewarding opportunity. It is a major reason international students choose UC," says Jon Weller, Director of International Admissions. There are several ACCEND options available to students, including a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology pared with a master's in Mechanical Engineering or an MBA, a bachelor's degree in Computer Science Engineering pared with a master's in Computer Science Engineering, or a bachelor's in Energy and Materials Engineering pared with an MBA.
The university has a total student population of over 39,000 including nearly 2,000 international students - over 650 of which are from India. The university also has over 220,000 living alumni around the world. Famous alumni range from former U.S. President and Chief Justice William Howard Taft to Nobel Peace Prize winner and U.S. Vice President Charles G. Dawes to Golden Gate Bridge designer Joseph Strauss to three-time Emmy winner John Riggi, co-executive producer of the major comedy television program "30 Rock".
International students gave UC high marks in the most recent International Student Barometer that compared 123 universities throughout the world. UC ranked in the top 10 in 32 different categories, including categories such as "expert lecturers", "library", "student advisory", "research", "arrival overall", and "support overall".
Over 100 years ago, UC created a unique educational program called cooperative education, or "Co-Op", that strikes an ideal balance between academics and professional practice. The Co-Op program is ranked in the top 5 in the United States (US News and World Report) and available to undergraduate students a variety of academic programs. Last year over 5,000 UC students participated in Co-Op employment in over 40 academic disciplines with over 1,500 different employers. The total salary for these students was over $30 million. Co-Op employment is not limited to Cincinnati as students can find employment throughout the United States - and even international destinations as well. Co-op is required in many architecture, business, design, engineering and technology programs and international students can earn as much as $30,000 in Co-Op income throughout their undergraduate career.
About Cincinnati USA: Mid-Size Metropolis with a Small Town Sensibility
UC's vibrant urban campus is Uptown Cincinnati's most important destination.
The City of Cincinnati is at the nexus of three U.S. states: Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana and provides a major international airport for easy commute from almost anywhere in the world. Many national and international corporations are headquartered in Cincinnati including GE Aviation and its aircraft engine production facility. Procter and Gamble began in Cincinnati where it still maintains its world headquarters. Chiquita Brands International is housed downtown along with the Kroger Company, one of America's largest retail grocers, Federated Department Stores, which includes Macy's & Bloomingdales, and Fifth Third Bank, a major US national bank. These firms, and hundreds of others, welcome many UC co-op students each year.
Local connections for Indian students
When making a decision as important as which university to attend, it is helpful to speak with someone locally with a direct connection to your destination. The University of Cincinnati has an extensive network of local representatives throughout India to assist students with the decision making process. They are available to answer questions, assist with applying for admission, and provide detailed information about opportunities for Indian students at UC. Additionally, Ms. Anjali Khavnekar, UC's Country Coordinator for India is based in Mumbai and happy to assist students. Ms. Khavnekar's may be reached at Anjali.Khavnekar@uc.edu.
For details about applying to the University of Cincinnati and a complete list of representatives throughout India, visit the university's website at www.admissions.uc.edu/international.
