Faculty and Students
We have 100 full-time faculty members as well as:
- Over 8,000 undergraduate enrollment
- Over 1,600 graduate enrollment
- Over 1,200 declared majors
Rice University Master of Energy Economics & Master of Computational Economics
About
Rice University’s Department of Economics offers professional master’s degrees in Energy Economics and Computational Economics. Located in the diverse city of Houston, Texas, courses are led by renowned industry experts and equip students with highly sought after skills to help them succeed in their careers.
The Department of Economics offers degrees at all levels, including two highly reputable and competitive professional master’s programs, which are specifically designed to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global workforce, producing specialized experts ready to lead immediately upon graduation.
For those targeting the dynamic energy sector, the Master of Energy Economics provides advanced training in energy market analysis and strategic decision-making. Features include:
- A rigorous, 12-month program
- Applied learning in Houston, Texas - the energy capital of the world
- A curriculum strengthened by a unique collaboration with the Baker Institute for Public Policy’s Center for Energy Studies, ensuring students develop the analytical skills needed to grow and evolve in their careers
Meanwhile, the innovative Master of Computational Economics, launching in Fall 2026, will prepare a new generation of quantitative professionals. Features include:
- A robust two-year program
- Integrates economic theory and econometric methodology with cutting-edge data science tools
- Equips students with skills to uncover data-driven solutions for complex economic challenges
- Rice University is a top 20-ranked U.S. university (U.S. News & World Report)
- Rice is ranked in the top 10 for best quality of life (Princeton Review)
- 4,104 total graduate students on campus
- Located on a 300-acre forested campus in Houston, Texas
- Walking distance from the renowned Texas Medical Center, multiple museums, the Houston Zoo, Hermann Park, and numerous restaurants
Tuition may be covered by the use of personal resources, Federal Student Loans, Private Student Loans, or a Semester Payment Plan available through the Cashier’s Office. In addition, many students’ tuition needs are supplemented by company financial support. We encourage you to check with your company regarding education benefits and tuition reimbursement programs.
International students should apply for awards offered by their governments or by governmental and private agencies in the United States or elsewhere.
- IEFA Scholarship Search Engine
- Institute for International Education (IIE)
- Leo S. Row Pan American Fund
- P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship
U.S. Students may consider the following sources of aid:
- Jane M. Klausman Women in Business Scholarship
- Federal Student Loans (FAFSA)
- Hispanic Scholarship Fund
- Islamic Scholarship Fund
- Paul and Daisy Soros Foundation for New Americans
- Post 9/11 GI Bill
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