A Rice University tradition since 1924
Rice Purity Test
Take the original 100-question quiz.
Answer honestly. Your score is 100 minus the number of things you've done. Nothing you answer leaves your browser.
The test
Have you ever…
Question 1: Held hands romantically?
What is the Rice Purity Test?
The Rice Purity Test is a 100-question, self-graded survey that measures how much of life you have — or haven't — experienced. The questions cover romance, sex, alcohol and drugs, rule-breaking, and run-ins with the law. Every "yes" costs you a point, so a higher score means a more innocent past.
The test comes from Rice University in Houston, Texas, where it dates back to 1924. Today it is a fixture of Orientation Week: new students take it when they arrive on campus, then again at the end of the year to see how far their number has fallen. It escaped campus in the 2010s and has since become a rite of passage on TikTok, Reddit and group chats everywhere.
This site hosts the classic 100-question version. It is meant as a conversation starter and a bit of fun, not a judgement — there is no "right" score. Your answers are scored in your browser and never sent anywhere.
How the score works
- Everyone starts at 100.
- Read each of the 100 questions and answer Yes if you have done it, No if you haven't.
- Each Yes subtracts one point. 100 means you have done none of it; 0 means you have done all of it.
You can go back and change an answer at any time, and your progress is saved in your browser so a refresh won't lose your place.
What does your score mean?
Scores fall into seven rough bands. Where you land says more about your age and circumstances than about your character.
- 100
Untouched
A perfect 100. No romantic hand-holding, no drinks, not even a run-in with the police. Very few people keep a perfect score past their first semester.
- 90–99
Mostly innocent
You've dipped a toe in — a first kiss, a first date, maybe one party — but not much more. Common among incoming college freshmen.
- 70–89
Fairly innocent
Some romantic and social experience, a few parties, nothing wild. Typical for the first year or two of college.
- 50–69
Average
You've lived a bit: relationships, drinking, and a few decisions you'd rather not explain. This is close to the average score people report on the test.
- 30–49
Experienced
You've done most of what's on the list and have the stories to prove it. Common among upperclassmen and recent graduates.
- 10–29
Very experienced
Very little on this list is new to you. You've checked off the majority of items, including some of the rarer ones.
- 0–9
Wild
Almost every box checked. Either you've had an extraordinarily eventful life or you weren't taking this very seriously. Both are fine.
Frequently asked questions
What is a good Rice Purity Test score?
There's no good or bad score — it's a snapshot of experience, not a grade. Most people who take the test land somewhere between 50 and 85. Anything above 90 is considered very innocent, and anything below 30 is very experienced.
What is the average Rice Purity score?
Self-reported averages vary by age. Incoming college freshmen typically score in the 80s and 90s, students at the end of college often report scores in the 50s and 60s, and adults in their twenties and thirties tend to land lower still.
Is the Rice Purity Test anonymous?
Yes. This site scores your answers in your browser. Your progress is stored only on your device so you can resume if you refresh, and nothing is sent to our servers.
Can I retake the test?
As many times as you like. Click "Retake the test" on your result to start again from question one. Many people retake it once a year to see how their score has changed.
How many questions are on the Rice Purity Test?
Exactly 100. Each is a yes-or-no question about something you may or may not have done, and each yes subtracts one point from a starting score of 100.
Who created the Rice Purity Test?
It comes from Rice University in Houston, Texas, where versions of the test have circulated among students since 1924. It became an Orientation Week tradition and later spread far beyond campus. This site is not affiliated with the university.
Is there an age requirement?
The test was written for college students and includes questions about sex, alcohol and drugs. It isn't intended for children, and younger teens should use their own judgement — or ask a parent — before taking it.