Rice University

Rice University, Houston United States

QS World University Rankings
94

StatusPrivate
Research OutputVery High
Student/Faculty Ratio7
ScholarshipsYes
International Students2,278
SizeM
Total Faculty996

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About

Over 100 years, Rice University has been developing unconventional wisdom that transforms the lives of students and contributes to a better world. One of the top ranked research universities in the country, Rice has highly respected schools of Architecture, Business, Continuing Studies, Engineering, Humanities, Music, Natural Sciences and Social Sciences. Rice’s residential college system builds closeknit communities and lifelong friendships. Located on a 300acre forested campus in the nation’s fourth largest city, Rice is just minutes from downtown Houston, the Museum District and the world’s largest medical center.

About

Over 100 years, Rice University has been developing unconventional wisdom that transforms the lives of students and contributes to a better world. One of the top ranked research universities in the country, Rice has highly respected schools of Architecture, Business, Continuing Studies, Engineering, Humanities, Music, Natural Sciences and Social Sciences. Rice’s residential college system builds closeknit communities and lifelong friendships. Located on a 300acre forested campus in the nation’s fourth largest city, Rice is just minutes from downtown Houston, the Museum District and the world’s largest medical center.

Natural Sciences (6)

BS in Physics - General Physics Option

BS in Physics - Computational Physics Option

BS in Physics - Applied Physics Option

BS in Mathematics

BA in Environmental Science

BA in Earth Science

BA in Computational and Applied Mathematics

BA in Policy Studies - Environmental policy

BA in Statistics

BS in Astrophysics

BS in Chemical Physics

BS in Chemistry - Specialization in Biological and Medicinal Chemistry

BS in Chemistry - Specialization in Inorganic Chemistry and Inorganic Materials

BS in Chemistry - Specialization in Organic Chemistry

BS in Chemistry - Specialization in Physical and Theoretical Chemistry

BS in Earth Science - Geochemistry Track

BS in Earth Science - Geophysics Track

BS in Earth Science - Environmental Earth Science Track

BS in Earth Science - Geology Track

BS in Earth Science - Self Designed Track

Life Sciences and Medicine (6)

BS in Physics - Biological Physics Option

BA in Kinesiology - Sports Medicine Concentration

BA in Kinesiology - Health Sciences Concentration

BA in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology

BA in Cognitive Sciences - Psychology

BA in Cognitive Sciences - Philosophy

BA in Cognitive Sciences - Linguistics

BA in Cognitive Sciences - Neuroscience

BA in Anthropology - Anthropological archaeology Track

BA in Anthropology - Social cultural anthropology Track

BA in Biochemistry and Cell Biology

BA in Biological Sciences

BA in Policy Studies - Healthcare management

BA in Psychology

BA in Study of Women, Gender, and Sexuality

BS in Biochemistry and Cell Biology

BS in Bioengineering

BS in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology

Engineering and Technology (6)

BS in Mechanical Engineering

BS in Electrical Engineering - Systems: Control, Communication, and Signal Processing

BS in Electrical Engineering - Photonics, Electronics, and Nano-devices

BS in Electrical Engineering - Neuroengineering

BA in Electrical Engineering - Neuroengineering

BA in Electrical Engineering - Photonics, Electronics, and Nano devices

BA in Electrical Engineering - Systems: Control, Communication, and Signal Processing

BA in Electrical Engineering - Computer Engineering

BA in Computer Science

BA in Chemical Engineering

BA in Mechanical Engineering

BS in Chemical Engineering

BS in Civil Engineering - Structural Engineering and Mechanics

BS in Civil Engineering - Hydrology and Water Resources

BS in Civil Engineering - Urban Infrastructure, Reliability and Management

BS in Computer Science

BS in Electrical Engineering - Computer Engineering

Arts and Humanities (6)

BA in History

BA in Latin American Studies

BA in English

BA in Classical Studies - Classical Languages Track

BA in Ancient Mediterranean Civilizations - Archaeological Methods and Theory

B.A. in Architecture

BA in Art History - Regular Art History Major

BA in Architectural Studies

BA in Art History - Art History Major - History of Architecture Track

BA in Art History - Transfer Credit

BA in Civil and Environmental Engineering

BA in Classical Studies - Classical Civilizations Track

BA in Linguistics

BA in Music

BA in Philosophy

BA in Spanish and Portuguese - Double Majors

BA in Spanish and Portuguese - Single Majors

BA in Visual and Dramatic Arts - Film and Photography Track: Double Major

BA in Visual and Dramatic Arts - Film and Photography Track: Single Major

Bachelor of Architecture (BArch)

BA in Visual and Dramatic Arts - Studio Art Track: Double Major

BA in Visual and Dramatic Arts - Studio Art Track: Single Major

Bachelor of Music

BS in Civil Engineering - Environmental Engineering

Social Sciences and Management (6)

BA in German Studies - Double Major

BA in French Studies - Double Major

BA in German Studies - Single Major

BA in French Studies - Single Major

BA in Economics

BA in Ancient Mediterranean Civilizations - Themes Across Time

BA in Ancient Mediterranean Civilizations - Graeco-Roman Civilization

BA in Ancient Mediterranean Civilizations - Islamic Civilization

BA in Ancient Mediterranean Civilizations - Jewish Civilization

BA in Ancient Mediterranean Civilizations - Christian Civilization

BA in Ancient Mediterranean Civilizations - Comparative

BA in Asian Studies

BA in Mathematical Economic Analysis

BA in Medieval and Early Modern Studies

BA in Policy Studies - Law and justice

BA in Policy Studies - International affairs

BA in Political Science

BA in Policy Studies - Urban and social change

BA in Religion

BA in Sociology

Business & Management (6)

BA in Managerial Studies

BA in Sport Management

Life Sciences and Medicine (7)

MS in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology

MS in Bioengineering

Master of Bioengineering - Applied Bioengineering track

MA in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology

MA in Biochemistry and Cell Biology

Master of Computational and Applied Mathematics

MA in Statistics

MA in Mathematics

MA in Chemistry

MA in Computational and Applied Mathematics

Social Sciences and Management (7)

MS in Teaching Physics

Master of Music - Vocal Coaching

Master of Energy Economics

Master of Liberal Studies

Master of Arts in Teaching

MA in Sociology

MA in Religion

MA in Political Science

MA in Economics

Engineering and Technology (7)

MS in Mechanical Engineering

MS in Computer Science

MS in Chemical Engineering

Master of Mechanical Engineering

Master of Electrical Engineering

Master of Computer Science

Master of Chemical Engineering

Arts and Humanities (7)

MS in Civil and Environmental Engineering

Master of Music - Voice Performance

Master of Music - Trumpet Performance

Master of Music - Viola Performance

Master of Music - Violin Performance

Master of Music - Tuba Performance

Master of Music - Trombone Performance

Master of Music - String Quartet

Master of Music - Piano Performance

Master of Music - Percussion Performance

Master of Music - Organ Performance

Master of Music - Oboe Performance

Master of Music - Piano Chamber Music and Accompanying

Master of Music - Musicology

Master of Music - Horn Performance

Master of Music - Harp Performance

Master of Music - Flute Performance

Master of Music - Double Bass Performance

Master of Music - Composition

Master of Music - Bassoon Performance

Master of Music - Clarinet Performance

Master of Civil and Environmental Engineering

Master of Architecture (MArch) - Option 2

Master of Architecture (MArch) - Option 1

Business & Management (7)

Master of Bioengineering - Global Medical Innovation (GMI) track

Others (7)

Master of Accounting

University highlights

Rice University is one of the top Private universities in Houston, United States. It is ranked #94 in QS Global World Rankings 2022.

QS World University Rankings

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2012
#120
2014
#=136
2015
#=129
2016
#106
2017
#90
2018
#89
2019
#=87
2020
#85
2021
#89
2022
#94

Ranking criteria

62.3

Overall

40

Academic Reputation

29.4

Employer Reputation

78

Faculty Student Ratio

93.1

Citations per Faculty

89.1

International Faculty Ratio

88.5

International Students Ratio

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Student & Staff

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Total students

7,277

PG students

45%

UG students

55%

International students

2,278

PG students

62%

UG students

38%

Total faculty staff

996

Int'l staff

347

Domestic staff

649

Total students

7,277

PG students

45%

UG students

55%

International students

2,278

PG students

62%

UG students

38%

Total faculty staff

996

Domestic staff

649

Int'l staff

347

Scholarships

Offered

Yes

The Scholarships above offer some form of financial aid to prospective students. Please always check the specific requirements and restrictions on scholarship availability.