What it Means to Be an Owl Athlete
Year in and year out, our graduates bring the skills, morals and attributes they developed as student athletes at Rice into their professional lives, whether they continue their careers in the professional sports arena or represent the newest generation of CEOs, doctors, lawyers, educators, consultants, entrepreneurs or managers.
On the Field
See how our athletes use their leadership, focus and drive to find victories both on the field and in their communities.
AMONG NATION'S BEST IN THE CLASSROOM
seeking academic and athletic challenges
From French Tennis Courts to Space
VOLLEYBALL TEAM DEFEATS TEXAS FOR THE 1ST TIME IN HISTORY
What Makes Rice Different
What if being a student athlete meant excelling in both athletics and academic pursuits?
15 NCAA Division I Athletics Teams
15 NCAA Division I Athletics Teams
At Rice, we have 15 Division I teams that play throughout the year, and we compete in the American Athletic Conference. Whether you're looking to be a student athlete, or you'd like to cheer on your fellow Owls, there's always a way to connect with our teams.
321 student-athletes on C-USA Honor Roll
321 student-athletes on C-USA Honor Roll
Our student athletes find success both on and off the field by working as hard as they play, and 321 were named on the Commissioner's Honor Roll in 2023. Even with a busy schedule, our students learn to balance priorities while maintaining their academic achievements.
One of top student athlete graduation success rates in U.S.
One of top student athlete graduation success rates in U.S.
Rice athletes are not only focused on winning their next game — they are achieving their academic goals. Among Division I schools, Rice has the #7 student athlete graduation rate in the nation!
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