Rice vs U of M in Computer Science

I am thinking of applying to Rice ED. However, I wanted to know how Rice compared to U of M(my second choice) in the Computer Science department.

Is there a lot of research in the fields of Artificial Intelligence at Rice?

Is there a lot of design and creation courses at Rice (ex: how to build a processor)?

Do big tech companies go to Rice University to recruit?

How is University of Michigan better than Rice in CompSci? What advantages does that school have.

Thanks.

Perhaps you should reach out to the department(s) that interest you and ask questions

Both a great, accredited schools. Go with whichever is cheaper.