A+
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Academics
    A+
  2. Value
    A+
  3. Diversity
    A+
  4. Campus
    A+
  5. Athletics
    A
  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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Rice University is ...
Private not-for-profit
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I-A
Athletic Conference
Conference USA
Address
6100 S Main
Houston, TX 77005
Website
rice.edu

Rice University Rankings

Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate
15%
SAT Range
1390-1550
ACT Range
31-34
Application Fee
$75
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Recommended
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Test Scores and GPA for Rice University

Cost

Net Price
$20,512/ year
National
$15,431
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Net Price by Household Income
  • <$30k
    $6,468/ year
  • $30-48k
    $6,083/ year
  • $49-75k
    $11,537/ year
  • $76-110k
    $22,683/ year
  • $110k+
    $32,042/ year

Academics

Professors
A+
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
6:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
93%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.67 responses
77%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.73 responses
51%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.73 responses

Majors

Most Popular Majors
  • Economics
    104 Graduates
  • Psychology
    87 Graduates
  • Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
    77 Graduates
  • Chemical Engineering
    69 Graduates
  • Mathematics & Statistics
    67 Graduates
  • Computer and Information Studies
    65 Graduates
  • Mechanical Engineering
    59 Graduates
  • Kinesiology and Exercise Science
    44 Graduates
  • Architecture
    42 Graduates
  • Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering
    40 Graduates

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
3,872Undergrads
Undergrads Over 25
1%
Pell Grant
15%
Varsity Athletes
9%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on 38 responses
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  • Friendly
    42%
  • Work hard, Play hard
    21%
  • Active
    8%
  • Apathetic
    5%
  • Happy
    5%
  • Nerdy
    5%
  • Overbearing
    5%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus
100%
Poll
98%
of students say they don't have Greek life.53 responses
Poll
68%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.96 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 42 responses
Report
  • Work Hard. Play slightly less hard.
    50%
  • Work hard, play hard
    21%
  • Wonderful
    14%
  • High-pressure
    12%
  • Work hard and enjoy it
    2%

After Rice University

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$59,900/ year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
92%
National
47%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
89%
National
83%
89%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.38 responses
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Rice University Reviews

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Rice is incredible. The people are so friendly and collaborative, and the residential college system gives you an automatic support system and built-in friends/family. While people are smart, the atmosphere is close-knit and not cutthroat, which I've come to realize is hugely important when I hear my friends at other top universities talk about the pressure and competition they suffer through. The academics aren't easy- especially the STEM programs, which are structured to be some of the most rigorous in the country, but that's why we have such a good reputation and ease with post-graduation placements. Compared to other colleges, there's a lot of freedom with social life/partying and distribution requirements. Overall, the campus is beautiful and quality of life (dorms/food/area) very high. I love Rice and wouldn't go anywhere else!
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Rice University has been the perfect school for me. Not only are the academics stellar (small class sizes once you get into your major, deep relationships with faculty who care about teaching), but the social atmosphere of the residential colleges is unbeatable. If you're looking for a campus that's proud of its diversity and inclusiveness, while having top-notch academics in every field, choose Rice! You won't regret it.
Rice University is a truly wonderful school with very welcoming and warm people. Everyone sort of marches to the beat of their own drum at Rice, which is inspiring and a very different experience for me. Everyone here is very smart and works very hard, but everyone (or nearly everyone) parties just as hard. My dorm is gorgeous (I am at McMurtry college), and the food is top notch!