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  • HOUSTON, TX
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Rice University

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    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
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    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Value
      A+
    3. Diversity
      A+
    4. Campus
      A+
    5. Athletics
      B+
    6. Party Scene
      A
    7. Professors
      A+
    8. Location
      A+
    9. Dorms
      A+
    10. Campus Food
      A+
    11. Student Life
      A+
    12. Safety
      B
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    6100 S MAIN ST
    HOUSTON, TX 77005
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    About Rice...
    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division I-FBS
    Athletic Conference
    Conference USA

    From Rice University

    Rice University sits 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 all over the world who choose from more than 50 majors across seven schools of study. See how Rice can help you find and follow your passions into a lifelong career.

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    Admissions

    Application Deadline
    January 4
    Acceptance Rate
    11%
    SAT Range
    1460-1570
    ACT Range
    34-36
    Application Fee
    $75
    SAT/ACT
    Considered but not required
    High School GPA
    Considered but not required
    Accepts Common App
    Yes
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    Cost

    Net Price
    $19,215 / year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $47,887 / year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    70%
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    Academics

    Professors
    A+
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    Student Faculty Ratio
    6:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
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    Majors

    Most Popular Majors

    • Information Science
      149 Graduates
    • Economics
      101 Graduates
    • Psychology
      64 Graduates
    • Kinesiology and Exercise Science
      58 Graduates
    • Mechanical Engineering
      58 Graduates
    • Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
      56 Graduates
    • Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering
      56 Graduates
    • Political Science and Government
      48 Graduates
    • Sport and Fitness Management
      46 Graduates
    • Cognitive Science
      43 Graduates
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    The Rice Investment Expansion

    academic spotlight

    The Rice Investment, our signature financial aid program, makes education affordable for all low- and middle-income domestic students who demonstrate talent, initiative and drive to positively impact the world. This year, we furthered that investment two ways by expanding the income ranges and going completely loan-free, regardless of whether you qualify for the Rice Investment.

    Online

    Programs Offered Entirely Online
    0
    Offers Online Courses
    Yes
    Online Certificate Programs
    0
    Online Associates Programs
    0
    Online Bachelor's Programs
    0
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    How Students Learn
    • Mix of Online and on Campus
      31%
    • On Campus
      69%
    • Online
      0%

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    4,150 Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    90
    Undergrads Over 25
    0%
    Pell Grant
    16%
    Varsity Athletes
    10%
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    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    100%
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    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $65,400 / year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    94%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    92%
    National
    83%
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