Rice University
Rice University is located in the heart of Houston on a 300-acre, tree-lined campus next to the Texas Medical Center and the Houston Museum District. Our tight-knit student community, engaging campus life and groundbreaking research opportunities attract talented students from around the world who choose from over 50 majors across seven distinct schools of study. Rice is consistently ranked among the nation's top 20 universities by U.S. News & World Report, and Niche recently named Rice the No. 8 Best College in America. The Princeton Review also puts Rice at the top of its lists for Great Race/Class Interaction and Best Value College. Our signature financial aid initiative, The Rice Investment, benefits families earning up to $200,000 per year, ensuring that Rice meets 100% of demonstrated need for all students.
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Academic programs
- Engineering
- Research
- Science
- Technology
- Liberal Arts
- Business
- Education
- Music
- Art & Design
- Economics
- Government/Political Science
- Health Science
- Social Science
- Visual Arts
- Architecture
Student experience
- Athletics
- Co-op/Internship Opportunities
- Disability Services
- Intramural/Club Sports
- LGBTQIA Services
- Military/Veteran Services
- On-Campus Housing
- ROTC Program
- Study Abroad
- Undergraduate Research
Application information
First-year
First-year applicants are those who will complete high school by the end of the current academic year. Students enrolled in concurrent high school and college courses are considered first-year candidates. Students who have elected to take time off from schooling between graduating from high school and enrolling in college are considered first-year candidates. Rice accepts first-year applications for Early Decision I, Early Decision II and Regular Decision. The Early Decision I deadline is November 1; the Early Decision II and Regular Decision deadline is January 4. More information regarding our application process can be found here.
Transfer
Transfer applicants have completed a high school diploma (or an equivalent) and earned at least 12 semester hours of college credit after graduating high school. Rice accepts transfer applications for spring and fall matriculation. Applications for spring are due October 15; applications for fall are due March 15. More information regarding our application process can be found here.
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Additional information
Determining the right school comes down to several factors — often, the biggest one is affordability. At Rice, we believe that talent deserves opportunity. We offer need-blind admission for domestic students, meaning we do not consider finances when reviewing applications. Additionally, Rice meets 100% of demonstrated need for admitted undergraduate students inclusive of international students through financial aid, regardless of whether or not they qualify for The Rice Investment.
The Rice Investment
Students receiving aid under The Rice Investment will have all demonstrated need met without any loans. Families earning between $140,001 and $200,000 will be awarded a half tuition scholarship; families earning between $75,001 and $140,000 will be awarded a full tuition scholarship; and families earning $75,000 and below will be awarded a scholarship to cover full tuition, fees, and living expenses.
Merit Awards
The Office of Admission awards merit scholarships to approximately 20% of admitted students each year, with amounts ranging from $20,000 to full tuition. All merit awards are renewable for up to four years, and no separate application or interview required.
The Rice Investment
Students receiving aid under The Rice Investment will have all demonstrated need met without any loans. Families earning between $140,001 and $200,000 will be awarded a half tuition scholarship; families earning between $75,001 and $140,000 will be awarded a full tuition scholarship; and families earning $75,000 and below will be awarded a scholarship to cover full tuition, fees, and living expenses.
Merit Awards
The Office of Admission awards merit scholarships to approximately 20% of admitted students each year, with amounts ranging from $20,000 to full tuition. All merit awards are renewable for up to four years, and no separate application or interview required.
Visit us
A campus visit or virtual visit is the best way to experience Rice for yourself. You're invited to connect with current students, learn more about a school of study, or simply explore our beautiful campus. Discover why studying at Rice is a fulfilling and enriching experience.