TOP 20 MOST BEAUTIFUL COLLEGE CAMPUSES IN THE US

... and 14 Runners Up That You Shouldn't Miss Either!

Top 20 Most Beautiful College Campuses in the United States.

When beginning to research and build your university list, a campus’s beauty may initially seem like an unimportant characteristic. However, studies have shown that student satisfaction, engagement, and happiness can be impacted by the beauty of their campus surroundings and the facilities they access while attending classes and living on campus.

Here is our list of the top 20 most beautiful college and university campuses in the United States, along with 14 runners-up.

University	Location	Why It's Beautiful	Academic Strengths	Acceptance Rate
Stanford University	Stanford, CA	Iconic sandstone buildings, palm-lined pathways, and Memorial Church.	Engineering, Computer Science, Business.	4%
Princeton University	Princeton, NJ	Gothic-style architecture, lush green spaces, and Nassau Hall.	Humanities, Social Sciences, Engineering.	6%
University of Virginia	Charlottesville, VA	Designed by Thomas Jefferson, featuring the Rotunda and a UNESCO-listed campus.	Business, Law, Engineering.	20%
Pepperdine University	Malibu, CA	Overlooks the Pacific Ocean with breathtaking coastal views.	Business, Law, Psychology.	32%
Duke University	Durham, NC	Gothic architecture, stunning gardens, and the grand Duke Chapel.	Medicine, Law, Business.	8%
University of Chicago	Chicago, IL	Collegiate Gothic buildings and beautiful quads reminiscent of Oxford.	Economics, Law, Social Sciences.	7%
University of Washington	Seattle, WA	Cherry blossom-lined paths and views of Mount Rainier.	Medicine, Engineering, Computer Science.	56%
Berry College	Mount Berry, GA	Largest contiguous college campus in the world, with forests, lakes, and stone buildings.	Animal Science, Environmental Science, Education.	71%
University of Colorado Boulder	Boulder, CO	Flatirons mountain backdrop and striking sandstone architecture.	Engineering, Environmental Law, Business.	80%
Colgate University	Hamilton, NY	Picturesque campus with rolling hills and Georgian-style buildings.	Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences.	17%
University of Notre Dame	Notre Dame, IN	The Golden Dome, Basilica, and scenic lakes.	Business, Law, Architecture.	15%
Yale University	New Haven, CT	Stunning Gothic-style buildings and courtyards.	Law, Drama, Music.	5%
Bryn Mawr College	Bryn Mawr, PA	Fairytale-like stone buildings and lush landscaping.	Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Sciences.	31%
University of Mississippi	Oxford, MS	Southern charm, oak trees, and historic Greek Revival architecture.	Accountancy, Law, Pharmacy.	88%
University of Hawai’i at Mānoa	Honolulu, HI	Tropical gardens and views of Diamond Head crater.	Marine Biology, Astronomy, Asian Studies.	58%
University of the South (Sewanee)	Sewanee, TN	Stunning mountain setting with Gothic stone buildings.	English, Environmental Studies, Forestry.	60%
Wellesley College	Wellesley, MA	Serene lake, botanical gardens, and charming architecture.	Liberal Arts, Economics, Political Science.	20%
University of San Diego	San Diego, CA	Spanish Renaissance architecture and ocean views.	Business, Law, Marine Science.	49%
Cornell University	Ithaca, NY	Gorges, waterfalls, and breathtaking nature.	Engineering, Hotel Administration, Agriculture.	11%
Harvard University	Cambridge, MA	Historic red-brick buildings and the iconic Harvard Yard.	Law, Business, Medicine.	4%

Top 14 Runner Ups for Most Beautiful College Campuses

University	Location	Why It's Beautiful	Academic Strengths	Acceptance Rate
Aurora University	Aurora, IL	Beautiful campus with a mix of traditional and modern architecture.	Business, Education, Social Work.	62%
Baylor University	Waco, TX	Gothic architecture and spacious green lawns.	Law, Business, Health Sciences.	45%
Denison University	Granville, OH	Picturesque campus with a blend of natural beauty and classic architecture.	Liberal Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences.	30%
Flagler College	St. Augustine, FL	Spanish Colonial Revival architecture and scenic campus grounds.	Education, Business, Art History.	58%
Georgia Institute of Technology	Atlanta, GA	Modern urban campus with stunning views of downtown Atlanta.	Engineering, Computer Science, Business.	21%
Indiana University—Bloomington	Bloomington, IN	Beautiful quads, historic buildings, and nearby nature.	Music, Business, Social Sciences.	77%
Kenyon College	Gambier, OH	Beautiful Gothic and Georgian architecture, surrounded by rolling hills.	Liberal Arts, English, History.	33%
Mercer University	Macon, GA	Classic campus with beautiful green spaces and historic buildings.	Business, Health Professions, Engineering.	70%
Salve Regina University	Newport, RI	Oceanfront views and elegant Victorian buildings.	Business, Education, Nursing.	73%
Spelman College	Atlanta, GA	Historic, beautifully landscaped campus with traditional architecture.	Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Health Sciences.	41%
Swarthmore College	Swarthmore, PA	Peaceful wooded campus with historic stone buildings.	Liberal Arts, Mathematics, Political Science.	9%
Texas Christian University	Fort Worth, TX	Beautiful campus with a mix of modern and traditional architecture.	Business, Communications, Engineering.	47%
University of Vermont	Burlington, VT	Beautiful campus with views of the Green Mountains and Lake Champlain.	Environmental Science, Social Sciences, Biology.	67%
Villanova University	Villanova, PA	Picturesque campus with beautiful stone buildings and lush green spaces.	Business, Engineering, Nursing.	22%