Baylor and Vanderbilt have Greek life while Rice does not. You do not have to be part of Greek life at those schools, but many are. Although Rice is a secular campus there are lots of Christian organizations with an on campus presence. The Chi Alpha group is very popular. https://ricechialpha.com My daughter is part of a Chi Alpha small group bible study with other women. Groups carpool or walk together to church on Sunday. There are lots of denominations close to campus. Both Vanderbilt and Rice have nearby medical centers for internships etc. Vanderbilt has a connected med school while Rice does not. There isn’t a med center near Baylor. Nursing students at Baylor go to Dallas for their last 2 years. If you decide against premed, Rice statistics is strong. You do not have to have a car at Rice. The metro train that stops near campus is safe and fine to use to get around, especially if you are only going a few stops to the museums or med center. You can also take the train downtown or to NRG Stadium for pro sports. Rice runs shuttles to Target and the grocery store on the weekends. Rice Village is within walking distance for shops and restaurants. Rice is more collaborative than cut throat. I went to Vanderbilt for law school and my daughter attends Rice. They are both great and Nashville and Houston are great towns. You have 3 good choices.
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