Accreditation
Accreditation seeks to ensure constituents and the public that the quality and integrity of higher educational institutions meet acceptable levels of quality. These outcomes are achieved through rigorous internal and external peer review processes during which the institution is evaluated against a common set of standards. The accreditation granted encompasses the entire institution including reported branch campuses, other instructional sites, online programs, and distance learning modalities.
SACSCOC
Rice University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Rice University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Rice University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (https://www.sacscoc.org).
SACSCOC Profile for Rice University
2026 Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP)
Several of Rice University's academic programs are separately accredited by the following agencies:
Texas Education Agency (TEA)
Teacher Education programs at Rice
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET)
ABET-accredited programs at Rice
National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB)
School of Architecture NAAB page
NAAB-accredited programs at Rice