<p>most architecture schools are rigorous…you won’t find one that’s not. basically if you’re an architecture student, you’ll be pulling many all nighters, no matter where you are. </p>
<p>i also applied to rice architecture last year. they really look for a strong portfolio…and probably dedication above academic grades, etc. for a school that only accepts 25 students into its arch program a year, it’s really hard to say what kind of chances you have.</p>