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BS/MD PROGRAM · CDS 2024-2025
Rice University / Baylor College of Medicine — Medical Scholars Program BS/MD
Prepared for Sample Student · Houston, TX
Best-case 4-yr offset
$-2,096
AP savings
Typical 4-yr offset
$104,564
AP + avg merit × 4 · 5% receive merit
Need-based (if eligible)
up to $279,564 / 4 yrs
Admissions Reality
7.9%
Yield 44.2% · Test Optional
Annual Sticker Cost
$83,787
Net after avg aid: $13,896
AP Tuition Saved
$-2,096
-1 credits · -0.1 semester(s)

Admissions Profile

SAT Total (mid 50%)
1510–1570
ACT Composite
34–35
GPA
Not reported
Decision Plans
ED · ED · RD

89% of enrolled students were in the top 10% of their high school class, and 96% were in the top quarter. Rice does not report average GPA.

Cost Breakdown

Tuition$62,874
Fees$925
Room & board$18,094
Cost of Attendance (sticker)$83,787
Average need-based aid− $69,891
Net price (avg)$13,896

Merit Scholarship Opportunity

Average merit award: $26,665 for the 5% of students who receive it.

AP Investment & Return

Based on Rice/Baylor's AP credit policy (min score 4, capped at -1 credits).

Edit AP profile
Calculus BC
+6 credits · $12,576
5
Chemistry
+8 credits · $16,768
5
Biology
+6 credits · $12,576
5
English Language
+3 credits · $6,288
4
US History
+3 credits · $6,288
4
Credits
-1
Sem. saved
-0.1
Saved
$-2,096
College Board Recognition
AP Scholar with Distinction

Average score of 3.5 on all AP exams taken, and scores of 3+ on 5 or more exams.

Say to the parent

"Rice offers a top-tier education at a more affordable price point than many of its peers, thanks to its generous financial aid policies. Your child will have the opportunity to learn from world-class faculty in a collaborative and supportive environment."

Say to the student

"At Rice, you'll be part of a close-knit and diverse community where you can explore your passions and make a real impact. You'll have the flexibility to design your own educational path and pursue research opportunities that will prepare you for a successful career."

College Admissions Co-pilot · Sourced from CDS 2024-2025 + official school financial aid & AP credit policy pagesUpdated 2026-04-22