Hi, so I'm a junior and just started looking into colleges. I've heard some colleges offer crazy amenities. Got me curious, what are some of the most outrageous amenities you've heard colleges offer?
You're right, some universities offer some truly jaw-dropping amenities as a way to attract students!
Ohio State University, for example, flaunts a recreational center that has a massive rock wall and a leisure pool equipped with a lazy river!
Next is Pennsylvania State University. Penn State's East Halls residence complex just underwent a $650 million renovation. It includes amenities like study lounges, music rooms for jamming instruments, and even an e-sports and virtual reality gaming room.
When it comes to dining, Bowdoin College's dining hall is ranked as one of the best in the nation. Their dining hall sources its ingredients from local farms and fisheries and serves unique fare like mussels, quinoa-stuff tomatoes, and lobster.
Stanford University comes out swinging in terms of accommodation. Some of their dorms have grand pianos (talk about class!), and many have spacious lounges and shared kitchens that would not look out of place in a luxury apartment building!
And we can't talk about over-the-top college amenities without mentioning the University of Missouri, known for its indoor beach club. The university's campus rec center includes places to lounge, study or hang out, a lazy river, waterfall, and palm trees for that full-on beach vibe.
So, these are just a few that come to mind. It's intriguing to see the extra lengths some colleges go to in order to create an enticing student experience! But remember, while these are enticing, make sure to prioritize your academic goals and career aspirations during your college search.
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