Hi all, a campus's environment and aesthetics is a big factor for me. Is there a consensus among students or a known list of the top 20 most beautiful college campuses? I'd love to hear some experiences and recommendations.
When we talk about beautiful colleges campuses, the aesthetics can be quite subjective, as some people may prefer modern architecture while others enjoy the charm of historic buildings. However, over time, certain colleges are frequently mentioned for their picturesque settings. Here's a list of a few, although I'd recommend doing a virtual tour or visiting them to decide for yourself.
1. Stanford University: Stanford features the quintessential western university campus with a blend of Spanish mission-style and modern architecture, sprawling lawns, and over 43,000 trees.
2. University of Virginia: UVa has a rich history, founded by Thomas Jefferson, and its Rotunda and the surrounding pavilions offer a very distinct neoclassical architecture.
3. Dartmouth College: Dartmouth’s campus is pretty unique as it sits near the Connecticut River and against a backdrop of wooded hills, giving it a balance of natural beauty and stately buildings.
4. Pepperdine University: Its location in Malibu offers amazing views of the Pacific Ocean.
5. University of Notre Dame: With its iconic golden dome and gothic architecture, it’s one of the most recognized college campuses.
6. Bryn Mawr College: This small liberal arts women's college in Pennsylvania has a beautiful campus with stone buildings and gothic architecture giving it an old-world charm.
7. Berry College: This college in Georgia has the largest campus in the world, boasting a mix of historic and modern buildings, beautiful forests, and plenty of green open spaces.
8. University of Colorado Boulder: With its rustic sandstone walls and red-tiled roofs coupled with the beautiful Rocky Mountain backdrop, it's a sight for sore eyes.
9. Princeton University: Its campus is full of gothic architectural style and it achieves a balance between greenery and stone buildings.
10. Duke University: The gothic architecture of Duke Chapel and the Sarah P. Duke Gardens add to the campus's appeal.
Again, what makes a college campus beautiful can vary greatly from person to person. I've personally heard from many students that these campuses are appealing, but you might have different preferences. So, check them out for yourself and see which ones resonate with you!
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