For Hong Lin, Brown '26, the journey to Rice began when he saw a QuestBridge flyer on a counselor’s resource table and received a surprise invitation in the mail. He started his College Prep Scholars application soon after, not realizing that this seemingly small step would mark a pivotal moment in his academic journey.

Moody Humanities Research Fellow Alysa received funding from Rice's French and English Departments to travel to France and study at the Université Grenoble Alpes. During her time abroad, she not only immersed herself in language studies, but also continued the literary translation of “The Myth of Sisyphus” that she began in her ENGL 315 course. Learn more about how Rice provides opportunities for students to access prestigious institutions and challenging courses globally.

Applying to college is a marathon — and let's be honest, it's hard. But the first step to staying sane is realizing that what you're doing is one of the most difficult and complex things you'll ever do. Dorothy, a Natural Sciences major, is here to share her tips on how to manage stress during the college application process.