Description
Rice University
Rice University
Features
Rice's small size allows personal interaction between students and professors, while our eminent faculty foster the intellectual excitement of a major research university. At Rice, undergraduates at all levels participate in cutting-edge research with world-class faculty in the humanities, social sciences, engineering and natural sciences. Premier architecture and music professors enhance classroom experiences with their exceptional talent and artistry. A Rice education offers personal involvement and excellence in programs that prepare graduates for a changing world.
The Basics
| Setting | The university is situated near the Houston Museum District and is adjacent to the Texas Medical Center. |
| School Type | USA University |
| Housing | Apartment |
| School Website | http://www.rice.edu/ |
| State | Texas |
| Nearest City | Houston |
| Year Founded | 1912 |
| Admission Requirement | HK F.6 |
| Academic Calendar | Summer, Fall, Winter & Spring |
| Level Offered | Undergraduate, graduate and professional programs |
| Enrollment | Approximately 6,500 students |
| International Students | 11% |
| Student-Teacher Ratio | 6:1 |
| Map |
Academic Programs
Architecture, Area and ethnic studies, Biology/Biological Sciences, Business/ Marketing, Computer and Information sciences, Engineering, English, Foreign languages and literature, History, Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies Related, Mathematics and statistics, Parks and recreation, Philosophy and religious studies, Physical sciences, Psychology, Public administration and social services, Social sciences, Visual and performing arts.
Campus
Facilities such as Rice Stadium, Tudor Fieldhouse, Reckling Park, Jake Hess Tennis Stadium, Rice Track/Soccer Stadium, Rice Aquatics Center Natatorium, John L. Cox Fitness Center, Sports Medicine Facilities,
http://www.riceowls.com/facilities/rice-facilities.html
Students Life
Arts: Rice Art Gallery, Rice Cinema, Rice Public Art, Rice Theatre, The Shepherd School of Music etc.
Events: Campbell Lecture Series, President’s Lecture Series, Commencement, Homecoming etc.
http://www.staff.rice.edu/staff/Events_and_Athletics.asp
Source
US News:
http://colleges.usnews.rankingsandreviews.com/best-colleges/rice-university-3604
Rice University School website:
http://www.rice.edu/
Rice University Wikipedia:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rice_University