Rice University

Overview

Rice University, officially named William Marsh Rice University, is a distinguished private research institution located in Houston, Texas. Founded in 1912, Rice encompasses a lush 300-acre campus characterized by an architectural ethos that blends Byzantine and modern styles. The institution is known for its strong emphasis on education and research, offering diverse disciplines with particular recognition in fields such as nanotechnology, bioengineering, and space science. Rice's academic profile is marked by a highly selective application process, attracting a small yet diverse student body from various geographical, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Undergraduates have a unique residential college system that integrates living and learning, greatly contributing to the campus's community dynamic. While Rice may not be primarily known for its athletics, it competes in NCAA Division I as the Rice Owls, with baseball, track and field, and soccer programs that have earned acclaim.

In the most recent statistical year 31,443 prospective students applied, and 2,730 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 1,203 enrolled in the school.  7,998 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 674 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $54,100 plus fees of $860. Rice is ranked 9 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.