<p>So, you are aware that Rice is probably one of the BEST universities to go to for nanoscience? Ever heard of the Richard E. Smalley Institute for Nanoscale Science and Technology? Yeah, its at Rice and was pretty much the first nanotechnology center in the world. </p>
<p>Also, rankings mean nothing. Real life example: I am an Eletrical Engineering major at Rice, my older brother is an Electrical Engineering major at UT-Austin. UT-Austin is ranked higher than Rice in Electrical Engineering. However, I can say for sure that Rice’s Electrical Engineering is much much better (UT’s is still good though). </p>
<p>Also, important people (graduate schools, companies, etc.) know Rice is ridiculously awesome. So, unless you really really really really really care about the opinion of some random hobo down the street (who may have heard of MIT and Stanford but not Rice), prestige should never be a factor in your decision. </p>
<p>Also, Rice has beer bike, which is greater than anything any school can offer. </p>
<p>In conclusion, quit worrying so much and just enjoy life. Anyways, congrats on being admitted to Rice and I hope to see you next year.</p>