Career
Career opportunities in Cincinnati
Cincinnati has a thriving economy and covers many economic sectors such as manufacturing, wholesale and retail trade, insurance and finance, education, health services. Greater Cincinnati is actually the headquarter town for more Fortune companies per capita than New York.
Examples of companies with a local office in Cincinnati include: Procter & Gamble, Macy’s, GE Aviation, Amazon, AK Steel, Omnicare, American Financial Group, Deloitte.
International students can partake internships in local companies in any field they plan to gain some practical experience.
Life
Cincinnati city life
Proclaimed as one of the greatest cities to live in the United States, Cincinnati offers visitors tons of leisure activities, satisfying anyone’s taste.
Top landmarks of Cincinnati include:
- The Carew Tower
- The Scripps Center
- The Ingalls Building
- Cincinnati Museum Center
- The Isaac M. Wise Temple
- American Sign Museum
- Contemporary Art Museum
- Eden Park
Take a walk on the Cincinnati Skywalk, a pleasant way to get around the downtown on foot in an indoor environment.
See a show or a play at the Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park or Stage First Cincinnati.
Grab a taste of American or international food in local restaurants, many serving traditional German dishes due to the city’s legacy, as many German immigrants once lived in Cincinnati. Take a trip to one of the many local wineries and vineyards and go see a baseball, basketball, or football match.
Join and have fun at the many events held here like the Cincinnati May Festival, MidPoint Music Festival, and Cincinnati Bell/WEBN Riverfest.
International atmosphere in Cincinnati
Cincinnati is home to a few ethnic minorities like Hispanic (Mexican, Cuban), Asian (Chinese, Filipino, Japanese, Korean), and Hawaiian.
You will encounter many foreign business people in Cincinnati, as many companies with international operations are located here. Cincinnati is one of the cities with the lowest cost of doing business in the U.S., thus attracting entrepreneurs from all over the world.
Weather Cincinnati
In Cincinnati, summers are warm, sometimes hot, while winters are pretty cold and snow is always present. Summer months usually record temperatures of around 32 °C (90 °F). In the winter, always be prepared with a warm jacket, average temperatures in January (the coldest month) are usually around 0 °C (30 °F). Thunderstorms may occur during summer and spring.
Costs
Accommodation costs in Cincinnati
The most common accommodation choices for students are:
1. Residence halls – rates are around 950 USD/month in a double room.
2. Share an apartment – rent would be around 600 USD/month for one person.
3. Home stay – you would pay around 850 USD/month.
Living costs in Cincinnati
Cincinnati is one of the cities with the lowest costs of living in America so that can only be an advantage for international students. A monthly budget of around 900-950 USD/month should be enough to cover food bills, social activities, local transportation and books. For housing, you would need an extra 800-900 USD/month.
Groceries from the local supermarkets would cost about 170 USD/month and a metro fare card for students is 53 USD/semester.
Universities in Cincinnati
Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati thrives on academic excellence, vibrant campus culture, and an innovative spirit. With a community of over 53,000 students, University of Cincinnati is a hub of energy and growth. Our graduates find success in Cincinnati, consistently ranked as a top destination for new college graduates.