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Rice University in Houston to offer free tuition to students from families earning up to $200K

Summary by The Bellaire Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Barbi Barbee, as published by FOX 26 Houston (KRIV) - Local · August 3, 2026 · 1 min read

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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 Rice University. Further information about the expanded financial aid program can be found through Rice University or local news sources such as FOX 26 Houston.

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Category: schools · Published: August 3, 2026 · Source: FOX 26 Houston (KRIV) - Local · Reading time: 1 min

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Source published	Aug 3, 2026
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Rice University in Houston to offer free tuition to students from families earning up to $200K

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