Rankings
How every major ranking places Rice University. Lower is better.
Strongest subjects in the QS subject rankings (2025):
Postgraduate courses by field
Number of courses and typical yearly tuition for international students.
| Field | Courses | Typical fee | Courses in Course Explorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arts, design & creative studies | 37 | $35,020 | See → |
| Natural sciences | 11 | $66,784 | See → |
| Engineering & technology | 8 | $66,784 | See → |
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 8 | $66,784 | See → |
| Humanities & languages | 7 | $66,784 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 5 | $66,784 | See → |
| Economics, finance & accounting | 1 | $66,784 | See → |
| Education & teaching | 1 | See → | |
| Law, politics & governance | 1 | $66,784 | See → |
| Psychology | 1 | $66,784 | See → |
| Social sciences | 1 | $66,784 | See → |
Costs and entry
5 courses mention scholarships.
Jobs after studying at Rice University
The job market for Rice University's biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in the US.
Questions students ask
How much does a postgraduate course at Rice University cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $66,784 a year; half of Rice University's postgraduate courses with a published fee cost between $35,020 and $66,784. Most courses last 2 years. Fees vary by field: natural sciences courses are typically $66,784, arts, design & creative studies $35,020.
How is Rice University ranked?
Rice University is ranked #119 by QS (2026), #103 by Times Higher Education (2026) and #101–150 by ARWU (2025) in the world. Its strongest QS subjects include Materials Science (#82) and Physics & Astronomy (#97).
How many postgraduate courses does Rice University offer?
81 postgraduate courses across 11 fields; the largest are arts, design & creative studies (37), natural sciences (11) and engineering & technology (8).
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Updated 21 September 2026. Courses and fees from Rice University's own course pages; fees converted to US dollars. Rankings: QS World University Rankings 2026, Times Higher Education 2026, ARWU 2025, QS subject rankings 2025.