HOUSTON, TEXAS
A TIGHT-KNIT COMMUNITY NESTLED IN THE HEART OF HOUSTON
CONSISTENTLY RANKED TOP 20 BY THE US NEWS & WORLD REPORT SINCE 1988
ACADEMICS
STUDENT LIFE
With more than 50 majors and minors across seven Schools of Study — and flexible distribution requirements giving you the freedom to take the courses that interest you most — Rice invites you to explore, question, experiment, combine and create your own path.
The student experience at Rice would be greatly diminished without the deeply rooted culture of care reaching every corner of campus. Students going out of their way to help each other is the norm rather than the exception.
Each student is placed into one of twelve residential colleges, a smaller community that reflects the rich tapestry of our diverse student body. Each residential college has its own student government, traditions and unique culture!
Community service and global outreach are just a few ways in which Rice students extend this culture of care beyond the hedges.
Most importantly, colleges offer community. A core Team of faculty, staff and peer advisors live alongside students on campus, providing built-in support and helping all students feel at home.
70%
100+
OF STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN INTERNSHIPS
RESEARCH CENTERS, INSTITUTES, AND GROUPS
26%
60%
OF STUDENTS ENGAGE IN INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCES
OF STUDENTS GRADUATE WITH DOUBLE MAJORS, MINOR(S), AND/OR CERTIFICATE(S)
6:1
16
STUDENT TO FACULTY RATIO
MEDIAN CLASS SIZE
SCHOOL OF SOCIAL SCIENCES
WIESS SCHOOL OF NATURAL SCIENCES
SHEPHERD SCHOOL OF MUSIC
SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES AND ARTS
GEORGE R. BROWN SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND COMPUTING
VIRANI UNDERGRADUATE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
RICE SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE
SCHOOLS OF STUDY
#10 BEST QUALITY OF LIFE
350+ CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS
#10 BEST COLLEGE DORMS
HOUSTON Houston is a hub for a variety of fields. Among our many interdisciplinary partnerships, our close working relationship with the Texas Medical Center (the largest medical complex in the world) and our historic collaboration with NASA provide students with opportunities for research, experiential learning and community-building.
THE BAKER INSTITUTE FOR PUBLIC POLICY THE #1 UNIVERSITY-BASED THINK TANK IN THE WORLD, WITH OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS TO ENGAGE IN FOREIGN AND DOMESTIC PUBLIC POLICY.
THE 3RD LARGEST CONCENTRATION OF FORTUNE 500 COMPANIES
#1 MOST DIVERSE LARGE CITY IN THE UNITED STATES
145+ LANGUAGES SPOKEN
INTERNATIONAL COUNSELORS
APPLICATION INFORMATION & DEADLINES We holistically review each student within their individual context using CommitteeBased Evaluation.
Early Decision I
Early Decision II
Regular Decision
School of Music
November 1 Application
January 4 Application
January 4 Application
December 1 Application
This is how we find exceptional students who are passionate about their academic interests, show strong leadership skills and are invested in bettering their communities.
November 15 FAFSA & CSS Profile
FAFSA & CSS Profile
February 1 FAFSA & CSS Profile
February 1 FAFSA & CSS Profile
FAFSA Application is only required from US Citizens & Permanent Residents
RICE PROFILE STUDENT BODY
2025–2026 CYCLE
INTERNATIONAL
TEXAS
OUT OF STATE
13%
35%
52%
APPLICANTS
ADMITS
ADMIT RATE
ENROLLED
36,791
2,948
8.0%
1,263
INVESTING IN GLOBAL TALENT We proudly support exceptional international students with need-based aid that meets 100% of your demonstrated need. We thoughtfully consider each family’s financial picture during review.
NEED-AWARE AID FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
26% OF INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS RECEIVE FINANCIAL AID OR SCHOLARSHIPS.
Foreign nationals who live outside the U.S. and those living in the U.S. with a valid visa are required to submit the International Student Financial Statement as a part of their application for admission. International applicants who are not requesting financial aid must show official documentation (appropriate affidavits and/or scholarship awards) of resources sufficient to cover the costs of the first year of study before their files can be reviewed for admission.
#9 IN GREAT FINANCIAL AID
88% OF STUDENTS GRADUATE DEBT FREE
$13M IN TOTAL AID AWARDED TO INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
English testing is required for international applicants who have not completed two years of full-time English instruction. Minimum scores TOEFL 100/5.0 IELTS 7 Duolingo 130 Cambridge 185
UNIVERSITY UPDATES Rice is committed to unparalleled excellence as we work to become the premier university for teaching and research. As part of our 10-year strategic plan, MOMENTOUS, we’re growing our campus and expanding financial aid, faculty and enrollment while preserving a personalized undergraduate experience.
OPENING OF THE 12TH RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE DEBUT OF SAROFIM HALL FOR THE VISUAL ARTS VIRANI UNDERGRADUATE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS EXPANSION GROUNDBREAKING OF THE MOODY COMPLEX FOR STUDENT LIFE NEW MAJORS Artificial Intelligence Global Affairs Media Studies Orchestral Conducting Business Major Marketing Concentration
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