20 Hidden Gems Beyond The Ivy League That Rival The Big Names

3. Rice University: The Southern Belle of Brainpower

Rice University, Houston, Texas, USA - Statue of founder William Marsh Rice with Lovett Hall in background. Photo Credit: Wikimedia Commons @Daderot

Rice University in Houston, Texas, is a small school with an outsized reputation in STEM and research. With a 6-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio, Rice offers intimate learning experiences that rival the Ivies. Its distinctive residential college system fosters tight-knit communities, while its proximity to the Texas Medical Center—the world’s largest medical complex—makes it a mecca for future doctors and scientists. Rice’s balance of academic rigor and vibrant campus life sets it apart.

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