Rice University Graduate School Admission Results

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This page shows the recent graduate admission results for Rice University. These results automatically update with new admission results submissions, so you can check back to see when others have been accepted, rejected, or waitlisted to specific schools and programs.

Rice University

Rice University, located in Houston, Texas, is a prestigious private research university known for its strong emphasis on undergraduate education and cutting-edge research. It features renowned schools such as the George R. Brown School of ... Engineering, the Jesse H. Jones Graduate School of Business, and the Shepherd School of Music, which are celebrated for their innovative programs and academic rigor. Rice's commitment to fostering a close-knit, collaborative community and its strong ties to the Texas Medical Center enhance its reputation as a leading institution for both academic and professional development.

Summary

The Rice University Graduate School Admission results for the past five years reflect a highly competitive environment with diverse outcomes across several programs. Computer Science saw both waitlisting and acceptance for PhD and Masters candidates, indicating a selective but attainable program, with multiple rejections pointing to stringent criteria, and several interview opportunities highlighting its competitive nature. Economics experienced both waitlisting and acceptance for PhD and Masters candidates, reflecting its competitive nature. Electrical and Computer Engineering had both waitlisting and acceptance for PhD and Masters candidates, underscoring its rigorous selection process. Chemistry saw both waitlisting and acceptance for PhD candidates, highlighting its selective nature. Applied Physics reported both waitlisting and acceptance for PhD candidates, indicating a selective but attainable program. Statistics experienced both waitlisting and acceptance for PhD and Masters candidates, reflecting its competitive nature. Architecture saw both waitlisting and acceptance for Masters candidates, underscoring its high standards. Physics had both waitlisting and acceptance for PhD candidates, pointing to its stringent criteria. Political Science saw both waitlisting and acceptance for PhD candidates, indicating a selective but attainable program. Bioengineering experienced both waitlisting and acceptance for PhD and Masters candidates, highlighting its rigorous selection process. Overall, these results suggest that while some programs offer hope through waitlist acceptances, others remain exceptionally competitive.

School Program Added On Decision
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History PhD
February 03, 2025
Rejected on 3 Feb
Total comments
Rejected on 3 Feb
Fall 2025
American
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Computer Science PhD
February 03, 2025
Accepted on 3 Feb
Total comments
Accepted on 3 Feb
Fall 2025
International
GPA 3.50
Rice University
Computer Science PhD
February 03, 2025
Interview on 3 Feb
Total comments
Interview on 3 Feb
Fall 2025
American
Rice University
Computer Science PhD
February 04, 2025
Wait listed on 3 Feb
Total comments
Wait listed on 3 Feb
Fall 2025
International
Rice University
Anthropology PhD
February 03, 2025
Wait listed on 3 Feb
Total comments
Wait listed on 3 Feb
Fall 2025
International
Rice University
History PhD
February 03, 2025
Rejected on 3 Feb
Total comments
Rejected on 3 Feb
Fall 2025
International
Rice University
Computer Science PhD
January 31, 2025
Accepted on 1 Feb
Total comments
Accepted on 1 Feb
Fall 2025
International
GPA 3.80
Rice University
Computer Science PhD
January 31, 2025
Accepted on 1 Feb
Total comments
Accepted on 1 Feb
Fall 2025
International
Rice University
Political Science PhD
January 30, 2025
Rejected on 31 Jan
Total comments
Rejected on 31 Jan
Fall 2025
International
GRE 329
GRE V 159
GRE AW 3.50
GPA 3.60

This is the first rejection of 25Fall. The good news is that the program is not a good match, and I do not want to go to Texas. I applied for this program just because of the fee waiver.

Rice University
Earth and Environmental Science PhD
February 03, 2025
Interview on 30 Jan
Total comments
Interview on 30 Jan
Fall 2025
International

Interview for final candidates

Rice University
Political Science PhD
January 30, 2025
Rejected on 30 Jan
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Jan
Fall 2025
American
GPA 3.91

Generic email to check portal

Rice University
Political Science PhD
January 31, 2025
Rejected on 30 Jan
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Jan
Fall 2025
International
GRE 318
GRE V 148
GPA 3.32
Rice University
Statistics PhD
January 29, 2025
Accepted on 29 Jan
Total comments
Accepted on 29 Jan
Fall 2025
International
GRE 163
GRE V 170
GRE AW 3.50
GPA 3.60

2 research projects, no pub

Rice University
Statistics PhD
January 29, 2025
Accepted on 29 Jan
Total comments
Accepted on 29 Jan
Fall 2025
American
GRE 322
GRE V 162
GRE AW 99.99
GPA 3.79

Interview in early January.

Rice University
Statistics PhD
January 29, 2025
Accepted on 29 Jan
Total comments
Accepted on 29 Jan
Fall 2025
International
Rice University
Mathematics PhD
January 28, 2025
Accepted on 28 Jan
Total comments
Accepted on 28 Jan
Fall 2025
International

Unofficial from contact. Declined.

Rice University
Civil Engineering Masters
February 06, 2025
Accepted on 28 Jan
Total comments
Accepted on 28 Jan
Fall 2025
International
GPA 3.74

+ scholarship

Rice University
Electrical And Computer Engineering PhD
February 02, 2025
Accepted on 27 Jan
Total comments
Accepted on 27 Jan
Fall 2025
American
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Bioengineering PhD
January 27, 2025
Accepted on 27 Jan
Total comments
Accepted on 27 Jan
Fall 2025
American
GPA 3.96
Rice University
Political Science PhD
January 24, 2025
Accepted on 24 Jan
Total comments
Accepted on 24 Jan
Fall 2025
International
GRE 165
GRE AW 3.50
GPA 3.70

Very excited!

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