Why Choose Withrow University?
Today a college education is more important than ever to get ahead in life. That's why the Cincinnati Public School District is offering this High School of Choice designed to help you reach your goal of attending college.
Open since 2002, Withrow University is a college-preparatory liberal arts program designed to help all students achieve their college dreams. Let us custom-design a program to meet your needs, provide the support you need to graduate from high school, and guide you through the college application and funding process.
  • Required summer "bridge" program at Xavier University for new students
  • College track high-school coursework
  • Full access to technology as a learning tool
  • Opportunities to earn college credit as junios and seniors
  • Visits to colleges and universities
  • Required student community-service commitment
  • After-school sports, music and clubs
Enrichment
  • Custom-designed academic plans to meet individual student needs
  • Every student takes PSAT, ,SAT and ACT college entrance exams
  • Full-time college center to assist in college and financial aid applications
  • School-based social service agency - FamiliesFORWARD
  • Assistance from community mentors and tutors
Support
  • Commitment by students, parents and staff to school goals and rules
  • Focused, structured atmosphere
  • Small, personalized learning teams
  • School uniforms
Focus & Commitment
Strong Academics

A college education is the key to a bright future. It's also a serious commitment that requires focus, preparation and support - beginning in high school.

At Withrow University High School, every student is college bound. By creating an atmosphere of success, we help all students reach their potential to earn a high school diploma and advance to higher education. In a structured yet caring environment, students recieve personal attention, a custom-designed academic plan, college application assistance, help applying for financial aid, and much more.

If you and your family are ready to make the commitment to college, the Withrow University High School is ready to help. Do something positive for your future. Join us - and reach for your college dreams!

A message from the principal,
Sharon Johnson