University Resources
For resources, including graduate student services, student groups, holistic support resources, and much more, visit the Graduate College’s Resource Guide.
Health Insurance
All eligible students are billed automatically for single coverage unless insurance is waived or dependent coverage is requested.
Learn more:
Please Note: Certificate students do not qualify to receive student health insurance and will not be charged a premium.
Questions related to student health insurance can be directed to UC Student Health Insurance: UC Student Health Insurance, Lindner Center, Suite 334. Email studins@ucmail.uc.edu or call 513-556-6868. Office hours are from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
College of Nursing Embedded Counselor
The University of Cincinnati utilizes an embedded counselor model where an assigned mental health counselor is available to College of Nursing students. This position is in partnership with UC's Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS).
UC Nursing’s embedded counselor is Caity Cavanaugh, LPCC (She|Her). Prior to joining UC in Summer 2024, Caity graduated from UC with a BA in Psychology, and from Northern Kentucky University for her MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She is currently working on gaining her supervision credential.
Caity’s therapeutic approach is broad and typically based around client’s needs and personal strengths. She is informed by DBT, Humanistic, and strength-based theories. She has a strong interest in working with high achieving individuals, concerns with perfectionism, imposter syndrome, relationship issues, trauma/grief and exploring identity. Her approach is collaborative, and she views herself as a partner in her client’s mental wellness. She believes that the therapeutic relationship provides a safe and supportive space to explore new facets of yourself. She has worked throughout her career with diverse clients and communities and has a passion for supporting others through a culturally-informed lens.
For students who are located near campus, you can meet with Caity in Procter Hall. Students residing in Ohio can schedule a telehealth appointment.
Schedule an Appointment
- Call UC CAPS at 513-556-0648 during business hours (M – F, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.).
- Indicate that you are a nursing student who would like to schedule with Caity Cavanaugh.
- UC CAPS will schedule your initial 40-minute video conference or phone appointment, they then will provide an email with instructions for completing pre-appointment paperwork and directions on how to connect to your appointment.
- Make sure you complete the pre-appointment paperwork prior to your counseling meeting
Looking for a short, informal consultation or currently residing outside Ohio?
- Let's Talk! Set up a 20-minute chat with a CAPS clinician here.
Graduate Student Association
The College of Nursing Graduate Student Association meets once per quarter. The purpose of the CoN GSA is to promote the academic (research and educational) goals of graduate nursing students at the University of Cincinnati College of Nursing; establish effective communication among graduate nursing students, other student groups, and the academic and administrative units of the University; and participate in community service activities that promote the health and wellbeing of the community. All CoN graduate students are automatically members of the CoN GSA per our bylaws.
For more information, contact Angie Cook, College of Nursing Graduate Student Association Advisor, at angie.cook@uc.edu.