<p>“How hard/easy, etc” is a difficult question to answer. The answer to that is very individual and depends on your discipline, organization, and preparation.</p>
<p>Right now my S is having some issues with time management which has made things more challenging for him, but in regards to the material, he is learning things, but he’s not lost in class (and he is taking junior/senior level engineering classes as a freshman).</p>
<p>For a particularly bright student used to having a good work ethic, Rice isn’t difficult, but educationally remains rewarding and stimulating.</p>