Rice University

Rice University is a four-years, private (not-for-profit) school located in Houston, TX. It is classified as Research University (very high research activity) by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission stats at R1 University comparison page.

The Rice's 2024 tuition & fees is $58,128 for the academic year 2023-2024. 63% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $48,958.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 8,672 and the students to faculty ratio is 6 to 1 (16.67%).

Rice ranked 15^th in National Universities and 1^st in Texas Colleges rankings. Rice University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

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2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Rice University is $58,128. For graduate programs, its 2024 graduate school tuition & fees is $54,462.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $61,479 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $56,668.

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2023-24 Tuition & Fees

Undergraduate	$58,128
Graduate	$54,462

Data source: IPEDS (integrated Postsecondary Education Dta System)

Updated with 2023-2024 tuition (Last update: 03/01/2024)

2024-25 Estimation

Undergraduate	$61,479
Graduate	$56,668

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.

Key Stats for Prospective Students

The Acceptance rate at Rice University is 7.88% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 45.97%. The median SAT scores submitted by enrolled students is 1,550.

The average graduation rate is 93%. For the academic year 2022-2023, total 8,672 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school). Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.

2024 Rice Key Academics Statistics
Admission Stats »	7.88% Acceptance Rate / 45.97% Yield
Test Scores »	1,550 SAT / 35 ACT
Graduation Rate »	93%
Retention Rate	98%(full-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio	16.67% (6 to 1)
Student Population »	8,672 (4,494 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »	$48,958

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

On-Campus Learning Opportunities

Special Learning Opportunities

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Rice Offered Programs
Graduate Programs

On-Campus Students Services

Rice University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at Rice
Learning Opportunities
ROTC	Army, NAVY, Air Force
Weekend/Evening College	Yes
Teacher Certification	Yes
Study Abroad	Yes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling service	Yes
Employment services for students	Yes
Placement services for completers	Yes
On-campus day care for students' children	No

Rice University Directory Information

Address	6100 S Main St, Houston, TX 77005-1827
Phone	713-348-0000
WEB	School's Website
Admission	Admission Information
Online Application	Apply Online
Financial Aid	Deadlines and Applications
Net Price Calculator	Net Price Calculator
Veterans Tuition	Veterans Benefit Information
Athletic	Athletic Team Information
Disability Service	Disability Services
School Type	four-years, private (not-for-profit)
Carnegie Category	Research University (very high research activity)
Highest Degree Offered	Doctor's degree

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System)