Rice University's Student Run Investment Fund
RUIF gives Rice undergraduates a practical, hands-on education in finance. Members research public companies, pitch ideas and collectively manage a portion of the University's endowment.
- 150+
- Fund Members
- 11
- Sectors
- 200+
- Training Program Students
- 500+
- Alumni Since 2017
Our mission is to equip students with the skills to succeed in the finance industry.
Members manage a portion of Rice University's endowment, overseen by Rice Management Company. They learn by researching companies, pitching ideas and making investment decisions as a team.
How the fund works
Inside the fund
Sectors
Sectors cover the public markets, each led by a Sector Director.
Portfolio
A portfolio, managed as part of the University's endowment.
Training Program
Seven sessions that will teach you everything you need to know, from accounting to different valuation techniques.
People
Meet the Board and reach out if you have any questions!
Applications for the Spring 2027 Training Program will Open in Late Fall
The Training Program is how students join RUIF. No prior finance experience is required.
Applications are not open yet.
Where RUIF members go
500+ alumni since the fund's founding in 2017.
…and many more across the industry. See where alumni are today
Questions about RUIF?
Reach out about the fund, the Training Program or working with us.