Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
7.88%
SAT Average
1,553
ACT Range
34-36
Rice University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 7.88%. This means approximately 79 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 4,562 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
7.88%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $58,128 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $58,128 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $74,110 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $12,640 | State avg: $17,343. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 16.07% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 6.25% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Rice University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$58,128
Room and board
$15,900
Books and supplies
$1,400
Other expenses
$2,850
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$74,110
Average net price
$12,640
Average aid coverage
83%
$61,470 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Rice University pays approximately $12,640 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Texas average of $17,343 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Rice University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Texas and national averages.
Rice University net price
$12,640
Texas average
$17,343
National average
$17,506
Rice University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $58,128 and average net price at $12,640. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$58,128
Current net price
$12,640
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
95.69%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$89,718
Undergraduates
4,562
10-Year Median Earnings - Rice University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Rice University graduates earn about 2.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Rice University?
Undergraduates
4,562
Completion rate
95.69%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
16.07%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
6.25%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 16.07% of Rice University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 6.25% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Rice University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Rice University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Rice University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Rice University is listed at 6100 S Main St, Houston, TX 77005-1827. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Rice University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rice University | 7.88% | $58,128 | $12,640 | $89,718 |
| West Coast University-Texas | Not available | $16,715 | $25,957 | $102,672 |
| University of North Texas Health Science Center | Not available | Not available | Not available | $93,615 |
| The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston | Not available | Not available | Not available | $92,961 |
| Chamberlain University-Texas | 95.65% | $19,686 | $32,247 | $92,405 |
Similar Schools in Houston
This local cluster focuses on nearby Houston schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Houston.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rice University's acceptance rate?
Rice University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 7.88%.
How much is Rice University tuition?
Rice University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $58,128.
What is Rice University's average net price?
Rice University's average net price in the local dataset is $12,640.
What does Rice University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $3,221 for Rice University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Rice University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $89,718 for Rice University.
Is Rice University accredited?
Rice University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Rice University?
The local dataset lists 4,562 undergraduate students at Rice University.
What percentage of Rice University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Rice University in the local dataset is 16.07%.
What is the federal loan rate at Rice University?
The federal loan rate for Rice University in the local dataset is 6.25%.
Where should I verify Rice University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Rice University or the latest official federal education data.