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Living the dream

Whether you’re seeking research experience, a career change or a boost up the corporate ladder, completing your graduate studies at Rice University can offer a significant edge. Our prestigious professional and research-oriented programs are highly selective, and they attract some of the world’s brightest and most talented minds. In addition to a personalized — and personable — education experience with noted faculty who lead their professions, Rice graduate students have access to a variety of fellowships and other awards that help turn their academic dreams into financial realities. Rice. Success starts here.

Homecoming
A bird’s eye view from homecoming weekend

Want to experience homecoming weekend at Rice University? Get the complete picture by visiting our photo gallery. With images from class reunions to the Owls’ homecoming victory over Tulane, our gallery offers a comprehensive view of one of the university’s biggest weekend bashes.

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Bolivia
From Bolivia to Rice, an education takes root

Growing up in Bolivia, Noe Alvarez was expected to take over his family’s farm. Instead, with the blessing of his parents, Alvarez decided to plant the seeds for his future at Rice University. Now, Alvarez is farming again — on a nano scale.

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United Way
President's Lecture Series goes deep inside the mind

As the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of a book published in 1979, Douglas Hofstadter has long been interested in exploring the mysteries of consciousness, thinking and creativity. On Tuesday, he'll take the Rice community inside the human mind at the President's Lecture Series .

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Virtual tour
With the click of a mouse, take a campus tour

Seeking an edge in the corporate or research world? Discover what Rice University has to offer by visiting the school's virtual tour for graduate studies. From research centers to campus laboratories, the virtual tour provides a unique glimpse of the world-class facilities and graduate programs offered at the university. Get a taste of what it's like to pursue a degree at Rice — from the comfort of your desk.

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Student poll
Student Poll
What is the most exciting feature in Rice’s new state-of-the-art recreation center?
A 2,400-square-foot recreation pool
The 50-meter competition pool
Indoor and outdoor basketball courts
Indoor soccer and hockey arena
tipurpose rooms for fitness and dance classes
A 9,000-square-foot weight and cardio workout room

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