Rice / Financial aid
Paying for Rice
The sticker price is rarely what families pay. Here is what Rice actually costs after aid, broken down by income, with the real numbers and a calculator for your situation.
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An estimate from published averages, not an offer. Always run Rice's official net price calculator and file the FAFSA/CSS Profile for your real number.
Average net price by family income
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Rice cost & aid FAQ
How much does Rice cost after financial aid?
The average family pays about $20,587 per year at Rice after grants and scholarships, against a sticker price of $83,393. Use the calculator to estimate your own net price by family income.
What does Rice cost by family income?
At Rice, the average total net price (tuition, room, board and fees, after aid) is about $1,200 per year for families earning under $30,000 and about $42,000 for families earning over $110,000. Net price rises with income because most aid is need-based.
Does Rice offer free tuition?
Yes. Rice waives tuition for families earning under $75,000 a year. That covers tuition itself; room, board and fees may still apply, so the total cost can be above zero.
Does Rice give financial aid to international students?
Offers need-based aid to international students. International applicants should confirm aid policies directly with Rice's financial aid office.
Does Rice meet full financial need?
Meets 100% of demonstrated need. Meeting need means the school aims to cover the gap between its cost and what your family can pay, as determined by the FAFSA and CSS Profile.
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