| FAU | vs. | Rice University |
|---|---|---|
| Boca Raton, Florida | Location | Houston, Texas |
| Four-years, Public | School Type | four-years, Private (not-for-profit) |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Research University (high research activity) | Carnegie Classification | Research University (very high research activity) |
In-State$4,879
Out-Of-State$17,324 | 2024 Tuition & Fees | $58,128 |
| 63% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 63% |
| $9,005 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $48,958 |
| 81.32 % | Acceptance Rates | 8.68 % |
| 22.15 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 44.07 % |
| 1,110 | SAT Score | 1,540 |
| 22 | ACT Score | 35 |
| 62 % | Graduation Rate | 93 % |
| 26 % | Transfer-out Rate | - |
| 81 % | Retention Rate | 98 % |
| 29,592 | Student Population | 8,672 |
| 877 | Number of Faculties | 698 |
| 22 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 6 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services |