Rice University

Rice University, established in 1912 and located in Houston, Texas, is a private research institution primarily focused on undergraduate education. The university comprises eleven residential colleges and eight academic schools, including the Wiess School of Natural Sciences and the George R. Brown School of Engineering. It offers graduate programs through various schools, such as the Jesse H. Jones Graduate School of Business and the School of Architecture. Rice is recognized for its strong emphasis on applied science, particularly in fields such as artificial heart research and nanotechnology, and it has received accolades for its materials science research. The university enforces a strict Honor Code through a student-run Honor Council, fostering a culture of integrity. With approximately 3,900 undergraduates and 2,600 graduate students from diverse backgrounds, Rice University is a member of the Association of American Universities and is noted for its entrepreneurial activities and business incubation efforts.