“Most students in Japanese universities come from Japan, but at Rice, there are students from more than 80 different countries.” — Satoshi Mizutani
SATOSHI MIZUTANI • JAPAN Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Managerial Studies
For Mizutani, the opportunity to learn and study in English was only one reason to choose Rice. He also appreciates the university’s beautiful campus, friendly people and excellent undergraduate student-to-faculty ratio. “I really feel that the opportunities Rice gives me to develop personal relationships through the residential college system, to receive help from my professors and peers, and to experience the university’s great atmosphere will allow me to reach my full potential,” Mizutani said. “The classes are challenging, but also informative and interesting. I can get in touch with the professors easily if I need some help. And Rice students are extremely studious and always looking to improve, which motivates me to work harder.” Mizutani also cites the university’s diversity as a key reason he chose to attend Rice. “Most students in Japanese universities come from Japan, but at Rice, there are students from more than 80 different countries,” he said. “That greater diversity allows me to gain a broader perspective on many issues, and interactions between international students and American students allow each of us to develop a better understanding of the world.”
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“The classes are challenging, but also informative and interesting. I can get in touch with the professors easily if I need some help.” — Satoshi Mizutani