Who is eligible to participate in STaRT@Rice?
Current Rice Social Sciences students, other Rice students, and students who are serious about applying to Rice as a Social Sciences graduate student are eligible to participate in STaRT@Rice.
How much does it cost to participate in the STaRT@Rice?
| STaRT@Rice 2026 Pricing | Non-Refundable Registration Fee | Participation Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Rice Social Sciences Student | $25 | $0 | $25 |
| Current Rice Graduate Student | $25 | $150 | $175 |
| Prosepective Rice Social Sciences Graduate Student | $25 | $150 | $175 |
| Walk-In Full Access Registration (10/2 -10/4) | $25 | $525 | $550 |
There will be no scholarships offered in 2026.
Current Rice Social Sciences Student = Current students enrolled in Rice Social Sciences
Current Rice Graduate Student = Current students enrolled in a graduate program at Rice University (not including Social Sciences)
Prospective Rice Social Sciences Student = Students who are serious about applying to Rice as a Social Sciences graduate student
Are there scholarships to cover the STaRT@Rice participation fee?
There will not be any scholarships for this year's STaRT@Rice.
When is STaRT@Rice?
The 2026 STaRT@Rice will be held on October 2-4.
Where will STaRT@Rice take place?
The program will be held mainly in Kraft Hall on the campus of Rice University. Parking information can be found at https://parking.rice.edu/.
Do I need to attend the entire time?
In order to get the most out of this program, we strongly encourage participants to attend as many program events and workshops as possible.
When can I apply?
Registration for the 2026 STaRT@Rice will open on August 17.