Online Summer Semester 2021
- Jumpstart your college degree by earning college credits
- Engage and collaborate with experts in their fields
- Choose from 6 summer blocks to fit your schedule
- Explore 100+ courses you could only find at Rice
- Reduced Summer Tuition at a top 20 university
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Resources & FAQs for Parents & Families
Frequently Asked Questions
Every Visiting Owls student has different and unique questions. So, while we did our best to answer the more common questions below, please reach out if you have something else to ask. We love unique and unconventional questions!
APPLICATION FAQS
- Who is eligible to apply?
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All visiting undergraduate students are invited to apply, and high school students in the Class of 2021, 2022 and 2023. Unfortunately, we are not able to accept applications from high school students graduating in 2024 or later at this time.
Currently enrolled Rice students should register online via ESTHER as per normal registration processes and procedures for courses they wish to register for.
- How do I apply?
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To apply, students will need to submit the application materials to the Rice University Office of the Registrar. Please review the Registrar's Summer Sessions page for details prior to applying.
- Will this help my chances of being accepted as a Rice undergraduate?
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Admission to Rice Summer Sessions does not in any way influence your admission to Rice as an undergraduate.
Now accepting Applications for Summer 2021
Ready to jumpstart your degree? From May through August, Rice Visiting Owls offers 6 summer blocks to fit your schedule. Don't miss these key dates and deadlines.
Reduced summer tuition: $750 per credit hour
| Block | Application Deadline | Block Dates | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summer Block B1 | May 10, 2021 | May 17 - July 2, 2021 | 7 weeks |
| Summer Block C1 | May 17, 2021 | May 24 - July 2, 2021 | 6 weeks |
| Summer Block D1 | May 24, 2021 | May 31 - August 6, 2021 | 10 weeks |
| Summer Block E1 | June 7, 2021 | June 14 - July 30, 2021 | 7 weeks |
| Summer Block B2 | June 21, 2021 | June 28 - August 13, 2021 | 7 weeks |
| Summer Block C2 | June 28, 2021 | July 5 - August 13, 2021 | 6 weeks |
Online That's Unconventional
Tap into your curiosity with courses that challenge engage and redefine online learning.
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Choose from 6 summer blocks to fit your schedule
140+ unexpected and uniquely Rice courses