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At Rice, we believe that while you’re busy preparing for life, you should take some time to live it. You won’t need our happiest students to tell you our philosophy works. You’ll feel it the minute you step on campus.
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Residential Colleges & Dining
Our 11 residential colleges—each with its own dining hall, public rooms and dorms, not to mention personality—are the hub of life at Rice.
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A Community of Caring
Our students dream bigger and reach higher to find academic, and ultimately professional success by pulling together and lifting up those around them.
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Urban Immersion - more than just service in the city
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What Makes Rice Different
What if one of the top research universities didn’t act like all the other selective schools?
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No. 7 Most Beautiful Campus
No. 7 Most Beautiful Campus
Behind our hedges, Rice has a beautiful campus full of shade, seclusion and cozy study corners. Venture beyond and you'll find everything a big city has to offer: the best of both worlds
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No. 18 Best Campus Food
No. 18 Best Campus Food
Our students love the on-campus options they have. Each chef sets the menu for their servery, and you'll be able to find multiple dietary options.
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No. 12 Best College Dorms
No. 12 Best College Dorms
As an Owl, you’ll join a residential college. These colleges are more than just a place to eat or sleep— they will be where you make your first friends at Rice and your home away from home.
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Unique Experiences & Activities
Unique Experiences & Activities
O-Week, Urban Immersion, Alternative Spring Break and E-Sports Intramural Leagues are just a few of the unique ways students can get involved in the things they're most passionate about.
4,480 Undergraduate Students
4,480 Undergraduate Students
A small community of scholars nestled in the heart of Houston— that’s the beauty of the Rice experience. Small class sizes and intimate learning experience intersect with a vibrant, diverse student body and no shortage of professional opportunities in the fourth largest city in the country.
Leading Athletic & Wellness Facilities
Leading Athletic & Wellness Facilities
Whether you want to take a camping trip with friends, train for your next baseball game, or join a yoga class, our facilities have you covered.
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