Say Howdy to Houston
As one of the largest, most culturally diverse and culinary trendsetting cities in the nation, Houston is an epicenter for history, culture cuisine, science and industry. We couldn't be happier to call it home!
We love calling Houston home
Explore HoustonCLOSE TO CAMPUS, WORLDS AWAY
From the Museum District to the Houston Zoo, through the Texas Medical Center and the vibrant art and foodie scene, there’s plenty to see and do beyond the Rice campus hedges.
No. 1 Diverse Large City in the U.S.
No. 1 Most Diverse Large City in the U.S.
Whether you want to try a new food, visit a new art installation, or check out a culture festival, Houston has everything you could ever want and more. Better yet, Rice’s convenient location puts you right in the middle of this dynamic and vibrant city.
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Easy Access: 2 Major Airports
Easy Access: 2 Major Airports
Take your pick from Bush Intercontinental Aiport or Hobby Airport. Between them, they help millions of passengers travel nonstop to more than 100 destinations.
13,000+ Restaurants across Houston
13,000+ Restaurants across Houston
What's for dinner? It's up to you. Houston restaurants serve food representing more than 70 countries and American regions.
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The Largest Medical Complex in the World
The Largest Medical Complex in the World
The Texas Medical Center includes 21 hospitals, 13 support organizations, eight academic and research institutions, three public health organizations, and much, much more.
145 Different Languages are Spoken
145 Different Languages are Spoken
We're an international city, and you can see this reflected in the population that calls Houston home. Our city is so diverse that you might be able to hear over a dozen different languages being spoken at any given time around town!
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4th Largest City in the U.S.
4th Largest City in the U.S.
Only New York, Los Angeles and Chicago have us beat for numbers. But we have our own charm that shows bigger isn't always better.
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OPPORTUNITIES ABOUND
At Rice, we connect our students with opportunities that help them take a step closer to where they want to be when they leave Rice. We're proud to show off some of our most recent examples.
The Concert Truck visits Rice
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Ross Rankin Moody Civic Immersion
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Rice sport management major celebrates World Series
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