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Transform Your Career with Rice's Full-Time MBA

Join a community of leaders and innovators in the heart of Houston, at one of the nation’s top business schools. Personalize your education by choosing from more than 100 different electives, clubs, extracurricular activities and networking events.

Average work experience: 5 years
Work experience range: 2 to 8 years
Program length: 2 years
Standard class schedule: Monday through Thursday
Location: On Campus
Your degree: Master of Business Administration

For students still in an undergraduate degree program, our Deferred Enrollment program allows you to apply in the final year of your undergraduate studies and if accepted, matriculate to the Full-Time MBA in 2-5 years.

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Applications are open. Round 3 deadline: April 3, 2026.

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Best Full-Time MBA Program in the U.S.

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Program Overview

The Rice Business Full-Time MBA program empowers you to make a lasting impact in your career and beyond. Our curriculum is designed to challenge you, inspire you, and prepare you for leadership in a rapidly evolving business landscape. You'll learn from world-class faculty who bring both academic expertise and real-world experience into the classroom.

Key Features

Rigorous, relevant curriculum tailored to your career goals.
Global immersion programs and hands-on experiential learning.
A supportive community that celebrates collaboration and growth.
Significant scholarship support with 96% of students receive funding and an average award of $40K per year.

Full-Time vs. Part-Time MBA

Whether you choose full-time or part-time, you’ll benefit from Rice’s distinguished reputation, expert faculty and a career-boosting curriculum. The Full-Time MBA offers a deep dive into learning with a fully immersive experience, including summer internships that let you explore new industries and career paths. For working professionals, our part-time programs offer the flexibility to build new skills and advance your career while staying in your current role.

Curriculum and Learning Experience

Our innovative MBA curriculum is designed to help you build a solid foundation in business fundamentals through core courses, while offering a diverse array of electives that enable you to tailor your education to your unique career aspirations. Whether you're looking to deepen your expertise in finance, entrepreneurship, marketing or another field, you'll find courses that fuel your passions and interests.

MBA ADMISSIONS

At Rice Business, we believe that you belong here — and we are dedicated to helping you get here. Please use the application requirements checklist to guide you through the application. We accept GMAT, GMAT Focus, GRE or EA test scores and we have no preference of which test you take. We encourage you to connect with our recruiting and admissions team for guidance on the application process and to get to know us better. Reach out to us at 713-348-4918 or ricemba@rice.edu.

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Feb 16 - Apr 23

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Feb 16 - Apr 23

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Career Support & Outcomes

Our Full-Time MBA class of 2023 graduates accepted positions within a wide range of industries and job functions. Many pivoted their careers into new jobs and companies. We are dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals. Our comprehensive career services include personalized coaching, extensive networking opportunities and strong job placement support.

Learn more about the full-time MBA career highlights.

Key Highlights
Average Base Salary: $149,521
Average Signing Bonus:$33,909
Job Acceptance By 3 Months Post-Graduation:94% of students
Accepted Offers Through School-Facilitated Activities: 70% of students

Top Industries
Consulting: 26% of students
Financial Services: 19% of students
Technology: 20% of students
Energy: 12% of students
Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology/Healthcare: 7% of students

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The Full-Time MBA Student Experience

Top Reasons to Choose a Rice MBA

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We say you belong here. And we mean it.

What sets the Rice MBA apart from other programs? Our unique combination of rigorous academics, personalized career support and a tight-knit, collaborative community makes Rice Business the ideal place for you to achieve your professional goals. Choose one of 10 MBA degree specializations in fast-growing industries like energy and healthcare to tailor your journey for your dream career.\ \ We offer an MBA program in a city brimming with career opportunities. Gain real-world experiences, expand your professional network and shape your career. Our research-based curriculum, innovation and purpose-driven approach empower you to become the leader you aspire to be. Discover the top reasons to choose Rice Business for your MBA.

Why Rice

The second years all want to see the first years succeed and really invest a lot of time and effort into helping them do just that.

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Students Enrolled

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Women

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U.S. Underrepresented Minorities

Frequently Asked Questions

Choosing the right MBA program is a big deal. To assist you on your journey, we've gathered answers to the most frequently asked questions about the Rice Business Full-Time MBA program.

What is the typical class size?

Classes at Rice Business vary in size, but have 40 students on average. We are proud of our 6-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio. Learn more about our faculty here. - What are the key application dates and deadlines?

Application deadlines typically fall in October, January and April. For the most accurate dates, check out our admissions guide. - How does the program support career changers?

Rice Business provides a comprehensive curriculum, personalized career coaching and global experience opportunities, all designed to support smooth and successful career transitions. Explore our Career Highlights page to discover the impressive outcomes of our graduates. Plus, check out our Career Support page to see how we help you throughout your Full-Time MBA journey and beyond. - What financial aid options are available?

We want to help you invest in your future. Rice Business offers merit-based scholarships, loans and external scholarships. With scholarships awarded to 96% of Full-Time students, the actual cost of a Rice MBA can be significantly lower, making it one of the most affordable top-ranked programs in the country. The resources below offer valuable perspectives on how your investment will pay off for years to come.

At Rice Business, we believe the MBA offers one of the best ROI opportunities, and we’re committed to supporting you every step of the way. - Will I gain international experience in the Full-Time MBA program?

The Global Field Experience, embedded in the core curriculum, includes consulting projects abroad, offering practical international business exposure that enhances global perspectives. Plus, you can go further with offsite electives and study abroad opportunities. With a Rice MBA, you will gain international experience and learn to lead globally. Learn more about our global programming for MBA students here. - What are the main differences between the full-time and part-time MBA programs?

All of our programs have the same reputation, top-notch faculty, curriculum and experience Rice is known for, and will help you advance your career. Our Full-Time MBA offers a fully immersive experience and the opportunity for internships over the summer, which allows students to explore different job functions and industries. Our part-time programs are for students committed to improving their abilities and advancing their careers without leaving their jobs. \ \ Not sure which format is right for you?

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Check out all our Full-Time MBA frequently asked questions here.

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