Hey guys, I'm a high school junior and I'm really interested in pursuing computer science at Rice. I was wondering what the acceptance rate is specifically for the CS program? Any info would be awesome, thanks!
Hello! Rice University does not release separate acceptance rates for individual majors, including computer science. When it comes to Rice's overall acceptance rate, though, it has been around 8-10% in recent years, making it a highly selective university. However, Rice's computer science program is both popular and well-regarded, which means its particular rate may be even lower than the rate of the institution as a whole.
Try not to worry too much about the numbers, though. In order to maximize your chances of getting accepted, make sure to maintain a strong academic performance, participate in high-quality extracurricular activities related to computer science (coding competitions, internships, personal projects, etc.), and write compelling essays that showcase your passion for the field. Those factors, not any particular acceptance rate at Rice, will be what determine your admissions outcome - after all, many students are admitted to Rice each year, and there's no reason you can't be one of them!
Good luck with your application!
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