2024 Domestic Counselor Travel Flyer

Commitment to Diversity

Rice’s continued commitment to diversity is reflected in our supplemental questions that encourage students to share how their unique background and lived experiences can cultivate community on Rice’s campus. Student stories are more important than ever and we consider ourselves a partner with you in inspiring and educating students in how to celebrate their distinctive backgrounds throughout the application process.

New Majors

We are in our fourth cycle of admitting students to our undergraduate business major, providing concentrations in finance and management. This is also our second year offering the Operations Research major under the Department of Computational and Applied Mathematics, and the Sports Analytics major under the Department of Sport Management.

Admission Events

We are hosting a number of events for students to learn more about Rice, including student-led tours and our popular, virtual Application Advice Series.

Testing Policy

Students applying to Rice for entry in 2024 will not be required to submit SAT or ACT scores for admission consideration.

The Rice Investment

Rice offers generous need-based aid and merit awards. We’re committed to meeting 100% of demonstrated need for all students. That means if there is a gap between what an admitted student’s family is able to pay and our total cost of attendance, we cover the gap. Full Tuition, Fees, & Living Expenses

STUDENT-TOFACULTY RATIO

We review every applicant for a merit award; no separate application is required.

7 SCHOOLS OF STUDY #12 BEST QUALITY OF LIFE 6:1

69% OF COURSES HAVE FEWER THAN 20 STUDENTS

63% OF STUDENTS INTERN WHILE AT RICE 50+ UNDERGRADUATE MAJORS TO CHOOSE FROM

27+

CLUB AND INTRAMURAL SPORTS

57% OF ALL INCOMING FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS RECEIVE GRANT AID

300+ CLUBS AND STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

86% OF RICE STUDENTS GRADUATE DEBT-FREE

Princeton Review College Rankings

• Happiest Students

• LGBTQ+ Friendly

• Most Loved Colleges

• Lots of Race/Class Interaction

• Best Quality Of Life

• Best Health Services

• Best College Dorms

• Best-Run Colleges

• Best College Newspaper

• Great Financial Aid

• Students Love This College

Request Information

We always love to hear from our school counselors! Whether you’d like Rice to visit your school or you have a question about the admission process on behalf of one of your students, we’re available to connect with you.

Each student brings a set of experiences to the table – different academic backgrounds, thoughts, values, beliefs and cultural perspectives – and that’s what makes studying at Rice a fulfilling and enriching experience.

Campus

Our 300-acre, tree-lined campus features more than 70 major buildings with architectural elements that are uniquely Rice. There’s plenty to see and do, so plan your visit to Rice today.

Cultures

Located in the heart of the most culturally and ethnically diverse city in the nation, Rice celebrates diversity across the student body, within the residential colleges and in our classrooms as a central and meaningful part of the Rice experience.

Current Class Profile

Rice’s CBE (Committee-Based Evaluation) and selection process yields a strong class each year. We seek students who demonstrate academic prowess, strong promise of leadership and interest in bettering their communities. Scan to see the statistics for the current Rice class.

Application Deadlines

Early Decision

November 1 - Application

November 15 - Financial Aid Application

Shepherd School of Music

December 1

Regular Decision

January 4 - Application

February 1 - Financial Aid Application

Houston

Our Houston location is a hub for industries related to finance, sports management, consulting, medicine, entrepreneurship and energy. Rice students intern everywhere from NASA to the mayor’s office, as well as conduct collaborative research with the world-renowned Texas Medical Center.