Graduate Student Housing

Rice provides a choice of three university-owned apartment complexes, which are assigned to full-time graduate students on a space-available basis.

Rice provides a choice of three university-owned apartment complexes, which are assigned to full-time graduate students on a space-available basis. In addition, residential neighborhoods within a walk, bike ride, or short commute from campus offer a wide variety of housing options. Houston's cost of living is approx. 20% below other major U.S. cities and housing costs about 25% below the average for other major urban areas, so you're sure to find living quarters that meet your space and budget requirements. A Rice Child Care facility offers child care for graduate students with families.

Rice Village Apartments

  • Rice University's newest destination for graduate student living is here.
  • Enjoy impeccable service and amenities in a student housing environment, located next to the world class shopping, dining and entertainment venues of Rice Village.
  • Easy access to Houston Downtown, Midtown, Museum District, and the Galleria Area.
  • Effortless connections to major highways including I-45, Hwy 59, Loop 610 and Hwy 288.
  • Located near campus, you're close to your classrooms, library, student center and athletic facilities.
  • Call 713-348-GRAD (4723) or visit http://gradapts.rice.edu for more information.

Rice Graduate Apartments

  • Contemporary, garden-style complex located on 2.7 acres just north of campus
  • Fully equipped kitchens, cable TV connection, and a network drop for a personal computer
  • Easy to walk, bike, or take the shuttle bus to campus
  • 112 units – one-, two- and four-bedroom floor plans, as well as efficiency apartments
    • Central space for social activities
    • Laundry room on each floor
  • Study room equipped with computers
  • Enclosed areas for bike racks with locks, and two courtyards
  • Call 713-348-GRAD (4723) or visit http://gradapts.rice.edu for more information.

Morningside Square Apartments

  • Recently renovated, two-story 1950's-vintage units
  • Rice-owned and located in a quiet neighborhood
  • Short walking distance to campus, restaurants, and retail areas
  • Gated and covered parking
  • 53 units– one-, two-, and three-bedroom plans
  • Basic cable TV is provided, and a coin-operated laundry is available on-site
  • Call 713-524-1275 or visit Morningside Square for more information

Off-Campus Housing

If you're interested in living off-campus, please visit off-campus housing information here.