The 12 best college towns in america

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College towns offer way more than proximity to a university campus- these spots are buzzing with youthful energy and fun things to do.

Looking to relocate or planning a getaway aimed at re-living those glory days as a bright-eyed coed? Ahead, our picks for the 12 best college towns in America.

The ultimate waterfront destination with a walkable downtown area that's packed with shops, cafes, art galleries & bars.

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Columbia is a Midwestern cultural mecca chock full of museums, artsy film festivals, a cool underground music scene plus a hip downtown area.

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Annapolis is home to the U.S. Naval Academy and St. John's College and is full of history, colonial charm, 18th-century architecture, & seafood joints.

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Quarry cliff diving, a nearby state park and multitudes of local breweries make Bloomington a great city for residents of all ages.

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Home to the UVA campus & a bunch of art galleries & restaurants. Charlottesville is also close to the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains & two National Parks.

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The hometown of the University of Arkansas entices prospective students & travelers alike with a range of live music spots & a growing art scene.

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Besides tailgating & watching 'Bama dominate on the field, Tuscaloosa is a great place to admire the antebellum architecture & sample tasty Southern fare,

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Aside from the love of football fanfare, this good-time city also boasts more bars per capita than anywhere else in the United States.

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Home to Colorado State University. This fast-growing city brims with craft breweries, local eateries and outdoor actvities.

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Burlington appeals to students and nature lovers alike. Everywhere you look, you can glimpse Vermont's scenic Green Mountain range.

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Ranked among one of the most desirable places to live in the U.S., this hip city is home to the University of Texas & some of the most vibrant nightlife around.

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Perched on the eastern shore of San Francisco Bay, Berkeley is a vibrant Bay area city known for activism and a young, creative vibe.

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The 12 best college towns in america

College towns offer way more than proximity to a university campus- these spots are buzzing with youthful energy and fun things to do.

Looking to relocate or planning a getaway aimed at re-living those glory days as a bright-eyed coed? Ahead, our picks for the 12 best college towns in America.

MADISON, WI

The ultimate waterfront destination with a walkable downtown area that's packed with shops, cafes, art galleries & bars.

COLUMBIA, MO

Columbia is a Midwestern cultural mecca chock full of museums, artsy film festivals, a cool underground music scene plus a hip downtown area.

ANNAPOLIS, MD

Annapolis is home to the U.S. Naval Academy and St. John's College and is full of history, colonial charm, 18th-century architecture, & seafood joints.

Quarry cliff diving, a nearby state park and multitudes of local breweries make Bloomington a great city for residents of all ages.

BLOOMINGTON, IN

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA

Home to the UVA campus & a bunch of art galleries & restaurants. Charlottesville is also close to the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains & two National Parks.

FAYETTEVILLE, AR

The hometown of the University of Arkansas entices prospective students & travelers alike with a range of live music spots & a growing art scene.

TUSCALOOSA, AL

Besides tailgating & watching 'Bama dominate on the field, Tuscaloosa is a great place to admire the antebellum architecture & sample tasty Southern fare,

ATHENS, GA

Aside from the love of football fanfare, this good-time city also boasts more bars per capita than anywhere else in the United States.

FORT COLLINS, CO

Home to Colorado State University. This fast-growing city brims with craft breweries, local eateries and outdoor actvities.

BURLINGTON, VT

Burlington appeals to students and nature lovers alike. Everywhere you look, you can glimpse Vermont's scenic Green Mountain range.

AUSTIN, TX

Ranked among one of the most desirable places to live in the U.S., this hip city is home to the University of Texas & some of the most vibrant nightlife around.

BERKELEY, CA

Perched on the eastern shore of San Francisco Bay, Berkeley is a vibrant Bay area city known for activism and a young, creative vibe.

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