Rice University
University Information
William Marsh Rice University, commonly referred to as Rice University or Rice, is a private research university located on a 295-acre campus in Houston, Texas, United States.
Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at Rice University. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. We also hope that these first-hand accounts of education abroad from previous students at your institution will help you understand what to expect from study abroad and help you set your expectations. If you are a Rice University student, please check with the Study Abroad Office for guidelines on enrolling in a study abroad program and receiving credit for your study abroad experience. If your university has listed recommended programs below, please consider them first and contact any of the program providers referenced in the reviews listed below for more information.
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"It was definitely worth it; ICADS was amazing, and I feel like I gained so much independence and understanding of another culture. It also gave me the opportunity to have an amazing medical experience I could never have had as an undergrad in the US (putting in stitches, etc). "
Abby V Rice University
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Clay D Rice University
"This is a really wonderful program and Copenhagen is such a fun city. The Danes are super nice, and they all speak flawless English. Travel out of Copenhagen is a little more difficult than maybe from other places in Europe like Paris or Berlin, but it's such a nice, hidden treasure that makes it worth the extra money. Also, the..."
Kimi L Rice University
"I left for my program tired and frustrated....and returned reenergized and feeling like I could do anything in the world and be happy. "
halle Rice University
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KP Rice University
"It was a life changing experience. I would not trade it for anything. "
Alexandria A Rice University
"Oh yeah. Absolutely."
istudiedinlüneburg Rice University
"Definately. However, I would have liked some more academic interaction with people from my houst-country. One thing that really stands out in this program is the 2 week North/South excursion. I lived with a Mapuche (indian) family, experienced life on their farm, learned about their culture and was able to see a side of Chile..."
Julia L Rice University
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brittantley Rice University
"Definitely. I learned how to live abroad, to speak better French, to interact with a different culture and people on their own terms and in their own fashion (literally). While many of my friends are now lamenting their decision to remain at school, I took the initiative, did the paper work, and made it happen. It is an experien..."
Kyle C Rice University
"My experience was truly amazing. I grew into such an independent person during that time, but also having the ability to get help if I needed it. My French improved GREATLY! Although I had never been out of the US until now, the experience was definitely worth the initial culture shock and I definitely feel like I am a more unde..."
Amber W Rice University
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hnb1 Rice University
"My study abroad experience was the best time of my life. Not only did I learn alot about another culture, but I learned alot about myself. I met so many amazing people and learned life lessons that I wouldn't have been able to experience in my home country. I definitly want to make future plans to be abroad again for an exten..."
agc1 Rice University
"I gained a lot of personal growth and a couple of good friends. I thought it was very worthwhile."
Marissa B Rice University
