
Join Us for the Ride!
Bearcats Motorsports is always looking for passionate students from UC of all majors and any year. Building race cars will teach you so much more than you could ever imagine. Join our Canvas Onboarding with your school email, join our Discord, fill out the form, follow us on social media, or reach out to a BCMS member that you know.
Learn Hands-On Engineering, Project Management, Business & Communication Skills, & Network with Industry Leading Sponsors.
Bearcats Motorsports is the only organization at the University of Cincinnati that delivers this level of comprehensive hands-on skills for students.
We can't wait to meet you!

Popular Questions:
Can I Drive?
Everyone CAN drive but you will need to become a very active member of the organization and get experience within the team.
All underclassmen can have the opportunity to drive our go kart to get experience before driving our larger cars.
What Majors Can Join?
All of our organizations are open to any major at the University. No matter what we could use your help!
Will Help Land a Job?
Yes! Many employers are looking for SAE experience as it is one of the most intensive and hard working organizations on campus.
Do I Need Any Experience?
No, we all joined with little to no experience. We have an onboarding to help bring you up to speed quickly but that is nowhere near all the information our members know. Always feel free to ask questions!
What is the Fee to Join?
There is NO FEE! Our business team is focused on funding the teams expenses.
How can a Business Student Help?
We are a fully functioning business, if there is a major in Lindner for you, there will be a few job functions at the least that you can put on your resume.
Can I Join From Another University?
We would love more help but unfortunately this is only open to students at the University of Cincinnati.
How Big is the Team?
Each team has around 50 members! This can change up and down each year.
How Long Does it Take to Build a Car?
Last year our team of Seniors spent 25,000 hours building each of our 3 cars. Underclassmen hours were not tracked.
Why We Joined:
Hands-On Engineering
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Real-world design experience
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Multi-disciplinary learning
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Engineering Software useage
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Machining experience
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Problem-solving under constraints

Career & Networking Advantages
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Highly respected by employers
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Direct recruiting
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Speaking with industry professionals
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Alumni networks

Personal Growth & Soft Skills
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Teamwork under pressure
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Leadership development
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Creativity & innovation
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Resilience

Project Management
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Cross-functional teamwork
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Time and budget management
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Documentation skills

Business & Communication Skills
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Meeting Industry Professionals
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Marketing
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Acquiring sponsorships
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Event presentations
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Branding and outreach
Unique Life Experiences
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Travel for competitions
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Trackside problem solving
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Pride in a Tangible Result

MECHANICS
Powertrain
Drivetrain
Frame
Suspension
Aerodynamics

OPERATIONAL
Sponsorship
Accounting & Purchasing
Fundraising
Design
Marketing








