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Although situated in the heart of a huge city, the Rice campus, for the most part, feels like it’s sealed by an invisible, protective forcefield. Most Rice students feel exceptionally safe and secure on campus. The Rice University Police Department goes to great lengths to keep the campus secure and build a positive relationship with the student body. While many students complain about the severity of parking ticket enforcement, the overall consensus is that the RUPD does its best to ensure the safety and comfort of college students on campus. In other words, they are not out to bust crazy college kids and drain their meager bank accounts; they are there to protect and serve the student body and make sure a productive learning environment is not disturbed by unwanted outsiders.

The safety services (blue-light phones, escorts, dorm alarms) are very effective and helpful. While there have been a few isolated incidents of theft or trespassing in the last few years, most students agree that they have never felt unsafe at Rice, and many students feel comfortable enough with campus security to leave their rooms unlocked.

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Health & Safety at Rice University

riceowl15

Economics '15

3.8

B+

Safe

Very safe. RUPD and EMS everywhere. Can't get in trouble with EMS if you're drinking so students feel okay about asking for help if sick.

Health center not open after a certain time though so it can be annoying to make appointments.

Apr 14, 2012

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adev

Civil Engineering '14

4.2

A-

Good Safety Considering Large City

I have never felt unsafe at Rice. Whenever anything comes up, RUPD (Rice University Police Department) handles it quickly and with ease. Houston is a huge city, so I thought there would be a lot of crime within the university. I was wrong! Rice is an extremely safe haven.

Mar 08, 2012

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kdp12

Political Science and Government '15

3.5

B

Pretty Safe

There's very little crime on campus, though I have heard of two muggings nearby. Only thing I worry about is alcohol safety.

Dec 26, 2011

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