Fee waiver requests close Nov. 1
This is a reminder that doctoral applicants can request a waiver of the Rice application fee through Nov. 1. Waivers are issued until they run out, so if you plan to apply, it’s best to request yours soon.
Requesting a waiver takes less than a minute.
The timeline
Step 1
Request
Request your waiver by Nov. 1.
Step 2
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Submit your application by Nov. 27, 10:59 p.m. CST, or your program’s deadline if it’s earlier.
Step 3
Wait
for your waiver to be approved and applied. It can take up to 48 hours to show on your submitted application.
How it works
No code needed. The waiver is tied to the email address on your request, so use that same address on your application.
One request covers multiple programs. A single request applies to every doctoral program you apply to at Rice, excluding programs in the Jones School of Business.
Who can request one
Doctoral applicants worldwide who have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or the equivalent. Waivers aren’t available for master’s programs or for programs in the Jones School of Business.
Questions about life after the Ph.D.?
Rice alumni are hosting an open Q&A on Nov. 5. Current students can tell you what a program is like; alumni can tell you where it led. It falls after the waiver deadline, so request yours first and bring your questions along.
Alumni Ambassadors AMA: Ph.D. Edition
Thu, Nov. 5 | 6:00–7:00 AM CT | Virtual
Connect directly with Rice doctoral alumni in an open Q&A format. Bring your questions about the Ph.D. experience, admissions, and life after graduation.
RegisterDeadlines and requirements vary by program, so check the page for yours. Answers to common questions are in the application FAQ, and you can write to us at gradadmissions@rice.edu.
If you’d rather talk with a current student first, see upcoming events.