William Marsh Rice University, commonly referred to as Rice University, is a private research university in Houston, Texas. It was founded in 1912 as the Rice Institute after the murder of its namesake William Marsh Rice. Rice is a research university with an undergraduate focus. It has a 6:1 student-faculty ratio. Rice has been a member of the Association of American Universities since 1985 and is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities Very high research activity". The university is organized into eight schools of academic study: Wiess School of Natural Sciences, George R. Brown School of Engineering, School of Social Sciences, School of Architecture, Shepherd School of Music, School of Humanities, Jesse H. Jones Graduate School of Business and Susanne M. Glasscock School of Continuing Studies. Rice competes in 14 NCAA Division I varsity sports and is a part of the American Athletic Conference. Its teams are the Rice Owls.
Located in Houston, TX, Rice University's Jones Graduate School of Business cultivates principled, innovative thought leaders prepared to make a significant impact globally. The school emphasizes rigorous academics, experiential learning, and leadership development through a range of graduate programs, including various MBA formats, a Master of Accounting, and a PhD in Business. Rice also offers undergraduate business studies via the Virani School. Renowned for its collaborative culture, accessible faculty, and strong connections within the dynamic Houston business environment, Rice Business equips graduates for successful careers across diverse sectors, supported by comprehensive career services and a supportive community.
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