ACCEPTANCE RATE
7.9%
More selective than 4% of listed universities.
SelectiveAccessible
Private University
Rice University
Rice University, a private nonprofit institution located in Houston, Texas, emphasizes innovative research and academic excellence across various disciplines.
7.9%ACCEPTANCE
$20,587AVG NET PRICE
96%GRAD RATE
8,556STUDENTS
University data profileIPEDS 2023
Houston, TXcity
THE SIGNATURE
Rice University Report Card
Explore university facts, programs, and campus life at a glance.
Rice University, founded in 1912, is a renowned private nonprofit institution located in the vibrant city of Houston, Texas. With a diverse student body of approximately 8,556 students, Rice is committed to providing an exceptional education that fosters critical thinking and innovation. The university's focus on interdisciplinary research allows students to engage with pressing global challenges, making a positive impact through their work.
The campus environment at Rice is characterized by a strong sense of community, collaboration, and creativity. Students have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including new academic buildings and spaces dedicated to the arts, science, and technology. Beyond academics, Houston's dynamic urban setting enhances student life, offering a rich array of cultural, social, and recreational opportunities that complement the rigorous academic experience.
AT A GLANCE
TypePrivateFour or more years
Founded1912
Settingcity300 acres
Calendarsemester
Religious affiliationNone reported
Athletics—
GETTING IN
Admissions
Rice University has a highly selective admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 7.9%. Last year, over 31,000 applications were submitted, showcasing the competitive nature of admissions.
Source: IPEDS 2023
SAT RANGE (MID 50%)
1,500–1,570
400National benchmark missing1600
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Jan 4regular
Early Decision Nov 1
Undergraduate application fee $75.
WHAT IT COSTS
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker price tells you little — net price after aid is what most families actually pay.
Source: IPEDS 2023
IN-STATE TUITION & FEES
$58,128/yr
Out-of-state: $58,128/yr.
Net price by income band
$0–$30,000
$30,001–$48,000
$48,001–$75,000
$75,001–$110,000
$110,001+
AVERAGE NET PRICE AFTER AID
$20,587/yr
▲ 11% since 2020-2163% receive aid
Average aid package $50,264.
IN THE CLASSROOM
Academics
Rice University is renowned for its strong academic character, with a focus on interdisciplinary research and innovative problem-solving. The institution emphasizes excellence in fields such as nanoscale science, computing, and health sciences, providing students with a comprehensive educational experience.
Source: IPEDS 2023
Student–faculty ratio
6:1
61.6% of classes have fewer than 20 students.
6-year graduation rate
96%
▲ 3 pts since 2016
First-year retention
98%
Compared with the 89% public-university median.
Undergrad majors
69
Undergraduate majors and programs
MOST POPULAR FIELDS OF STUDY
Computer and Information Sciences, General.15%
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.6.7%
Mechanical Engineering.6.2%
Economics, General.5.6%
Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology.4.9%
Psychology, General.4.9%
CAMPUS LIFE
Campus & Housing
Campus housing shows how many students live on-campus — which means nearby housing can be essential to the college experience.
On-campus beds
3,477
Housing for approximately 76% of students.
Students needing off-campus housing
2,053
Estimated from enrollment and reported on-campus housing capacity.
Setting
city
300 campus acres.
IN CONTEXT
Rice vs. peer institutions
How Rice compares with officially identified or editorially reviewed peer institutions.
Rice University
$20,587
University of Texas at Austin
$18,036
Southern Methodist University
$45,792
Trinity University
$32,264
University of Texas at Dallas
$13,464
AFTER GRADUATION
Student outcomes
What graduates earn and how reliably they land work — the bottom-line return on the degree.
Source: College Scorecard 2023
Median earnings · 10 yrs after entry
$89,718
Compared with earnings for graduates of similar universities.
Working after 10 yrs
87.8%
Share of former students working and not enrolled, ten years after entry.
Earning more than a high-school graduate
90.6%
90.6% of students out-earn the typical high-school graduate — a core measure of mobility.
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