Attend Classes

During the academic year, we invite you to sample the dynamic academic opportunities that define the Rice experience by visiting classes at Rice. 

If you would like to attend classes, please stop by the Admission Office to let us know you are here before you head to a class. The Admission Office can offer further assistance with class selection. Plan your visit to Rice.

Most classes are scheduled from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday-Friday. Classes on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays last 50 minutes. Classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays last about one hour and 15 minutes.

Fall 2009 class visits are available September 8 through November 20.  Download the list of available fall classes. 

Spring 2010 class visits will be available January 19 through April 16.  The list of available spring classes will be posted in early Spring 2010.

As a courtesy to professors and students, visitors are asked to be present for the entire class. Class visits are not available during the first or last weeks of classes, final exams, or during the following student holidays:

October 12 - 13, Midterm Recess
November 26 - 27, Thanksgiving Recess
January 18, Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday
February 27 - March 7, Midterm Recess
April 1 - 2, Spring Recess

Rice University is closed on all major holidays. Please review our location and hours before planning your visit. Contact the Admission Office for additional information on visiting Rice.