STEM means more than just science, technology, engineering, and math. STEM means uncovering the unknown and building the future.

Let’s face it, college is one of the most important investments you’ll ever make and STEM jobs are rapidly expanding. Employment in STEM jobs have grown by 79% since 1990 and are expected to grow by 10.5% by 2030. In addition, the median annual wage of STEM occupations in 2020 was more than double that of non-STEM occupations.

UC is the place to jumpstart your career in STEM.

  • #4 in the nation for co-ops/internships -US News and World Report
  • #33 public research university -National Science Foundation
  • Cincinnati: Top 10 city for professionals in STEM -WalletHub
  • UC provides the tools for you to launch a start-up company at the 1819 Innovation Hub or connect you directly with Fortune 500 companies in the Cincinnati Innovation District

 

*Source: Employment Projections program, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Pew Research Center

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STEM Majors

Business Analytics

Business Analytics is a rapidly expanding business discipline, enabled by explosive growth in data, computing power and software availability.  Analytics can be defined as the scientific process of transforming data into insights, and ultimately into better decisions.

 

Potential Job Roles: Data Analyst, Risk Analyst, Data Scientist

Computer Engineering

Think outside the box. Computer Engineering  integrates pertinent science and mathematics courses with electrical engineering and computer courses in order to develop an engineer capable of designing and analyzing all aspects of modern computer systems.

 

Potential Job Roles: Computer Engineer, Technology and Computer Design, Hardware/Software Engineer

Computer Science

Design, analyze, and develop technology to improve and modernize life for all. Some important areas of computer science are: the design of more powerful or more easily used computer languages; the design of more powerful compilers, which translate programs written in computer languages into machine-executable code.

 

Potential Job Roles: Applications Programming, Web Programming, Software Development

Cybersecurity / Cybersecurity Engineering

Cybersecurity prepares students to be qualified candidates in one of the fastest growing and rewarding careers. Students will gain the skills to design secure systems and protect enterprise information and network assets. Furthermore, they will gain expertise in investigating computer related crimes and identifying the resources exploited by cybercriminals and terrorists.

 

Potential Job Roles: Cybersecurity Analyst, Digital Forensics and Incident Response Analyst, Threat Intelligence Analyst, Security Architect

Mechanical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering Technology

Design, manufacture, and operate machines and mechanical systems that work to advance today’s society. Students learn to use the principles of force, energy, and motion to design efficient, economical, and predictable mechanical systems.

 

Potential Job Roles: Manufacturing, Machinery Design, Automotive Design, Power Plant Operations

Information Systems / Information Technology

Today, most organizations cannot function or compete effectively without computer-based information systems and technology. Enterprises often ascribe their productivity, improved customer service or competitive advantage in the marketplace to their information systems (IS). Information Technology (IT) professionals work behind the scenes to support these devices and networks.

 

Potential Job Roles: Software Developer, IT Consultant, Computer Forensic Analyst