Rice University

Description

Rice University

Rice University

Features

Rice's small size allows personal interaction between students and professors, while our eminent faculty foster the intellectual excitement of a major research university. At Rice, undergraduates at all levels participate in cutting-edge research with world-class faculty in the humanities, social sciences, engineering and natural sciences. Premier architecture and music professors enhance classroom experiences with their exceptional talent and artistry. A Rice education offers personal involvement and excellence in programs that prepare graduates for a changing world.

The Basics

SettingThe university is situated near the Houston Museum District and is adjacent to the Texas Medical Center.
School TypeUSA University
TuitionUS$45,000
HousingApartment
School Website http://www.rice.edu/
StateTexas
Nearest CityHouston
Year Founded1912
Admission RequirementHK F.6
Academic CalendarSummer, Fall, Winter & Spring
Level OfferedUndergraduate, graduate and professional programs
EnrollmentApproximately 6,500 students
International Students11%
Student-Teacher Ratio6:1
Map

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Academic Programs

Architecture, Area and ethnic studies, Biology/Biological Sciences, Business/ Marketing, Computer and Information sciences, Engineering, English, Foreign languages and literature, History, Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies Related, Mathematics and statistics, Parks and recreation, Philosophy and religious studies, Physical sciences, Psychology, Public administration and social services, Social sciences, Visual and performing arts.

Campus

Facilities such as Rice Stadium, Tudor Fieldhouse, Reckling Park, Jake Hess Tennis Stadium, Rice Track/Soccer Stadium, Rice Aquatics Center Natatorium, John L. Cox Fitness Center, Sports Medicine Facilities,

http://www.riceowls.com/facilities/rice-facilities.html

Students Life

Arts: Rice Art Gallery, Rice Cinema, Rice Public Art, Rice Theatre, The Shepherd School of Music etc.

Events: Campbell Lecture Series, President’s Lecture Series, Commencement, Homecoming etc.

http://www.staff.rice.edu/staff/Events_and_Athletics.asp

Source

US News:

http://colleges.usnews.rankingsandreviews.com/best-colleges/rice-university-3604

Rice University School website:

http://www.rice.edu/

Rice University Wikipedia:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rice_University