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Rice University in Houston to offer free tuition to students from families earning up to $200K
Summary by The Woodlands Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Barbi.Barbee@fox.com (Barbi Barbee) , as published by Fox 26 Houston
· August 3, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information about the expanded program can be found through Rice University or news sources such as Fox 26 Houston, which reported on the change.
Rice University in Houston has made a significant change to its financial aid program. The university will now offer free tuition to students from families with annual incomes of up to $200,000. This expansion is part of the university's signature financial aid program.
Details of the program's expansion have been announced by the university. Further information about the expanded program can be found through Rice University or news sources such as Fox 26 Houston, which reported on the change.
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Category: schools ·
Published: August 3, 2026 ·
Source: Fox 26 Houston ·
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