<p>If you are interested in design or architecture, I would definitely recommend checking out the college of Design, Architecture, Art & Planning at the University of Cincinnati. I am a graphic design graduate and think that the graphic design program is excellent. The courses are highly regarded, well taught and rigorous. I am always impressed at the quality of the student work that is displayed each June. </p>
<p>The co-op jobs are rewarding and give you the chance to travel with positions available inside and outside of the U.S. The co-op system which starts in the second year of the 5-year program is also a nice break from the academic schedule and potentially will lead into a full time job. </p>
<p>Despite the large size of the university, the DAAP majors have small classes and create their own community. I was in a class of approximately 100 students that divided into two groups of 50 when co-oping began. The lack of an admission portfolio is interesting but it works out. </p>
<p>The campus has changed dramatically over the last few years with many new buildings. UC is improving the area near campus that has been in decline. Now as alumni, I enjoy the men’s & women’s basketball games and football games as well as events at the college conservatory of music-things that I did not have time for as an undergrad.</p>
<p>FYI: last year the architecture program was almost full in August of the student’s senior h.s. year.</p>