Rice University

Rice University is one of the best universities to get into and thus, students must submit exceptional academic grades as well as excel in co-curricular activities. Fulfilling the required Grade Point Average is one of the major entry requirement at the university and international students must maintain a GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, in order to boost their chances of getting admitted in the university. Apart from fulfilling the academic qualifications, some of the best practices that students can follow include acquiring strong letters of recommendations, submission of high English language proficiency scores and standardized test scores.

Below are the requirements for MBA course at Rice University.  

• LOR:  MBA programs ask for a 3 LOR, and with particular exceptions, who should write those letters. The University asks for 2 LORs from former supervisor and 1 from the current direct supervisor. 

• Statement of purpose (an SOP): 2 SOP is essential for the application process for Rice University. It helps the applicant to convey their talents, Academic excellence accomplishments and personal background of applicants. The University totally believes that every person has a story to tell and below are the two questions which are supposed to be answered by its applicants in the form of SOP:

• Essay 1: Rice is a community of curious thinkers, passionate dreamers and energetic doers who believe that improving the world demands more than bold thought and brave action. It takes unconventional wisdom. What does unconventional wisdom mean to you?

• Essay 2: In the Rice MBA classroom, you will encounter a diverse and inclusive environment. What will you bring to the classroom that is uniquely you?  

• Essay 3 (Optional Essay): If you have any additional information for the admissions committee or if you wish to clarify any aspect of your application (including breaks in employment, your choice of recommendation providers, your past academic performance, etc.), you may submit an additional, optional essay. (Page limit: One page, bullet points allowed.)

• Transcripts and degrees: MBA applicants must provide the university with transcripts of their academics with degree certificates. Similarly, applying for PhD or doctoral programme may require a master’s degree and transcripts from all graduate institutions of the applicant. 

• English Language Proficiency exams: The following table explains the minimum score  of each English exam the university is accepting: 

• Entrance exam: MBA applicants might need a GRE (Graduate Record examination). GMAT, exam. However, if the applicant has the below requirements, the GMAT or GRE can be waived off for the MBA aspirants at Rice University:

1. Masters in STEM field

2. 3+ years of work experience

3. Applicants can submit an executive assessment score at the time of application 

4. Proffesional certification of CFA or CPA. 

• Resume/CV:  The University might also ask you for a CV or a resume, depending on the course you choose for professional experience.