A
Excellent
Score: 81/100

Rice University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Houston, Texas 77005
🌐 www.rice.edu/
Outcomes
A+
97/100
Affordability
F
27/100
Resources
A+
94/100
Experience
A+
95/100
Prestige
A+
90/100

Quick Stats

8,556
Total Enrollment
96%
Graduation Rate
98%
Retention Rate
6.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
8%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Rice University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $1,729,857
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,307/mo — vs ~$1,156/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 77054 (7.8% cap, Houston)

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🏆 Where Rice University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇
Stringed Instruments
of 8 schools
🥉
Electrical and Computer Engineering
of 20 schools
#7
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other
of 100 schools
#9
Data Science, General
of 64 schools
#10
Computer and Information Sciences, General
of 100 schools
#11
Economics, General
of 100 schools
#20
Chemical Engineering
of 100 schools
#21
Statistics, General
of 74 schools
#24
Chemistry, General
of 100 schools
#25
Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $57,210 $57,210
Room $10,400
Board $5,500
Total Cost (On-Campus) $78,278 $78,278

Financial Aid

66%
Receive Any Aid
16%
Receive Pell Grants
7%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

8,556
Total Students
44%
Women
99%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 26%
Hispanic 13%
Black 7%
Asian 21%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 26%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 92%
Hybrid (Some Online) 3%
Fully Online 6%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 99%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Rice University?
Rice University has an acceptance rate of 8%. This makes it a highly selective institution where admission is very competitive.
How much does it cost to attend Rice University?
Tuition at Rice University is $57,210 for in-state students and $57,210 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Rice University?
The graduation rate at Rice University is 96%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Rice University a good school?
Rice University has a Repit College Score of 81/100 (Grade: A). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (A+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (A+): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Rice University?
Rice University has a total enrollment of 8,556 students. Most students (99%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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B+
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology