Rice University

Rice University is a private institution located in Houston, Texas. Since its inception in 1912, it has dedicated itself to the pursuit of knowledge and the education of diverse, talented students. Rice's small size allows for a unique learning experience with a student-to-faculty ratio of approximately six-to-one.

Overview

William Marsh Rice University, commonly known as Rice University, is a private research university located on a 300-acre tree-lined campus in Houston, Texas, United States. The university is renowned for its focus on undergraduate education and its leading schools of architecture, business, engineering, humanities, music, natural sciences and social sciences. With a strong emphasis on research, the university fosters a collaborative environment that encourages students to pursue their unique interests. Rice's three-part mission entails advancing tomorrow's thinking, fostering diversity and inclusivity, and engaging Houston and the world. Numerous Rice alumni have made significant contributions in fields such as science, business, health care, the arts, social service and government.