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Visit the Popular Ithaca Collegetown. Site Search. Go Out Tonight. Request a Brochure. Download our brochure or request a hard copy by mail. View Online. Just 2. The small city boasts four higher education institutions, including East Carolina University and Pitt Community College.

The city is home to a dozen higher education institutions, including the University of California, Berkeley — the oldest and most selective school in the UC system. Champaign is one of only 10 U. Towns where a college or university is a defining feature tend to be relatively young areas. In Flagstaff, the typical resident is only Nearly one in every three residents of Provo, Utah, are enrolled in college or graduate school, the largest share of any city in the state and eighth largest nationwide.

The city is home to Brigham Young University, a school operated by the Mormon Church and one of the largest private universities in the country.

Iowa City — home to the University of Iowa — is one of only seven U. A young city, the typical Iowa City resident is only Ann Arbor is home to the University of Michigan, one of the largest universities in the United States. The University of Florida, one of the largest higher education institutions in the country, is located in Gainesville, Florida. As is often the case in college towns, Gainesville has a young population.

The typical resident is just 26 years old, about 12 years younger than the median age of The culture and economy of Davis, California, are heavily influenced by the University of California, Davis. The school is also a major employer in the area, and partially as a result, Davis has an unemployment rate of just 2.

College Station, Texas, is one of only three U. Indiana University, Bloomington is one of the largest schools in the U. Like many college towns, Bloomington has a young population. The typical resident is less than 24 years old, about 14 years younger than the median age of Ames, Iowa, is the only U. The city is home to Iowa State University, one of the largest schools in the country.

The school is a major employer in the area, and partially as a result, the unemployment rate in Ames is just 1. Situated in central western Oregon, Corvallis is known primarily as being the home of Oregon State University. Corvallis is a stunning place to go to college. It has six breweries and is within a one-hour drive from a dozen wineries in the Willamette Valley.

Corvallis also has over 60 miles of biking trails and is considered a safe and accessible city for walkers, runners, and cyclists. Unlike the bustling Big Apple, Manhattan, Kansas is much more quaint.

Home to Kansas State University , Manhattan takes pride in its prairie history with a number of cultural, historical, and environmental museums. Boulder, Colorado is one of the best cities to live in, thanks to its thriving economy, stunning mountain backdrop, and days of sun a year. Being a student at The University of Colorado at Boulder is especially enjoyable, because you have access to a historic college campus and city made of red brick, plus a vibrant school culture that loves sports and the arts.

The Flatirons sit just minutes away from campus and boast miles of hiking trails. Plus, the hip hub of Denver is just a minute drive away. Arkansas might not be the top choice for college students seeking fun and excitement, but Fayetteville will surprise you.

The Fayetteville Ale trail is an exciting way to explore the city while tasting local brews. This city is also loved for its long-standing spots that feel like a step back in time, including a drive-in movie theater, and Terra Studios — a labyrinth of rock statues, glass sculptures, and pottery creations.

In Charlottesville, students can browse the active downtown for shopping, bars, and restaurants that stay lively well into the night. Charlottesville is also near the coveted Blue Ridge Parkway, which is visited by foliage lovers in fall. Days of adventure await on the famous Appalachian Trail for those interested in exploring nature after a long week of classes. Austin boasts a laid-back vibe and is filled with artists and musicians, so creative types will feel especially at home in this eclectic city that offers a wealth of street art and live music to enjoy.

Ithaca is a gorgeous and quaint town complete with many parks, delicious dining , and a network of woods and gorges to swim and play in.

Ithaca is nothing like New York City and more like Pennsylvania or Minnesota, with plenty of farms and fields to enjoy.