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2023 Best College Locations in America

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  1. #2 Best College Locations in America.

    New York University

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    4 Year,

    NEW YORK, NY,

    5598 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.

    Featured Review: Freshman says I’m a dance major at NYU tisch and although this school is very expensive I’ve been loving the experience I’ve had so far. I can’t speak for other majors but being in the dance department it’s very....

    Read 5598 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Acceptance Rate: 13%,

    Net Price: $50,991,

    SAT Range: 1450-1570,

  2. #3 Best College Locations in America.

    Emmanuel College - Massachusetts

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    4 Year,

    BOSTON, MA,

    688 Niche users give it an average review of 3.5 stars.

    Featured Review: Alum says I had a great experience at Emmanuel. The reasons I chose the school were because I wanted to major in Art Therapy and I wanted a smaller school with a closed campus. I enjoyed the small class sizes...The location of the school is one of the highlights. Located on the Fenway, it is close to other universities as well as the Museum of Fine Art, Isabella Stewart Gardner museum, and lots of parks. It...Finally, the education I received has served me well, especially being part of student groups that focus on service focused trips and social justice. I also appreciated the art faculty!.

    Read 688 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: C+,

    Acceptance Rate: 74%,

    Net Price: $28,133,

    SAT Range: 1150-1280,

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  4. #5 Best College Locations in America.

    Fashion Institute of Technology

    4 Year,

    NEW YORK, NY,

    1629 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.

    Featured Review: Sophomore says I enjoy going to FIT very much. As a creative, you are truly given so many artistic opportunities at this school. And despite the major that you initially choose you are able to take classes from....

    Read 1629 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: B+,

    Acceptance Rate: 52%,

    Net Price: $8,637,

  5. #6 Best College Locations in America.

    Simmons University

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    4 Year,

    BOSTON, MA,

    809 Niche users give it an average review of 3.6 stars.

    Featured Review: Freshman says Currently, I'm a student at Simmons University. While there's a lot wrong with the school (...Bartol), there are also some great things. All of my professors have been very dedicated to seeing me succeed, and are willing to put in extra time and effort to help me. Everyone I've met is either extremely friendly, or at least cordial, and I've made some of my best friends here. The dorms aren't great, but they also aren't awful. You can put in a work order, and usually, things get fixed. If you decorate, it will feel less like a jail cell. This school is STEM-focused, so humanities majors may find resources lacking, but the professors in humanities departments will acknowledge this.It's also great for LGBT students, as you won't be the minority. However, for POC students, there is work to be done. There are a lot of events specifically for POC students, though! Don't come if you're looking to party all the time. You have to go to MIT/BU frats, and the uber charges rack up fast!.

    Read 809 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: B,

    Acceptance Rate: 84%,

    Net Price: $19,026,

    SAT Range: 1140-1360,

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  7. #7 Best College Locations in America.

    Boston University

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    4 Year,

    BOSTON, MA,

    3551 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says For context I am going into my last year at BU (my 3rd year). I really think that BU's greatest strength and asset for students is the faculty that you get a chance to meet here. Whether you are...However, I am nervous that this opportunity is under threat and is the most pressing challenge that the University faces in the coming years. I believe that the faculty and administration needs to....

    Read 3551 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Acceptance Rate: 19%,

    Net Price: $25,852,

    SAT Range: 1360-1520,

  8. #9 Best College Locations in America.

    Berkeley College - New York

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    4 Year,

    NEW YORK, NY,

    383 Niche users give it an average review of 3.6 stars.

    Featured Review: Freshman says Berkeley College is located in Midtown, in the center of Manhattan, about a 5-minute walk from Grand Central Station. It is very convenient for transportation. Near the school, there is also a famous....

    Read 383 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: C+,

    Acceptance Rate: 100%,

    Net Price: $20,023,

  9. #12 Best College Locations in America.

    Massachusetts College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences

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    4 Year,

    BOSTON, MA,

    1001 Niche users give it an average review of 3.5 stars.

    Featured Review: Sophomore says MCPHS University is a great school to attend because of all of the devoted students that attend. Everybody who goes is trying to be a leader in the healthcare field, and apply essential care and....

    Read 1001 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: B,

    Acceptance Rate: 98%,

    Net Price: $38,390,

    SAT Range: 1090-1390,

  10. #13 Best College Locations in America.

    Portland State University

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    4 Year,

    PORTLAND, OR,

    2612 Niche users give it an average review of 3.6 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says Making the most at PSU is all on you. It is an excellent option if you want to live in a small city, are independent in your learning, are open minded, and don't really care about the "typical...Take on clubs and programs if you're taking in-person classes! That's one of the only ways I was able to meet people and actually feel involved. Most of the teachers are so enthusiastic about what....

    Read 2612 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: B,

    Acceptance Rate: 98%,

    Net Price: $13,015,

    SAT Range: 1000-1250,

  11. #15 Best College Locations in America.

    Northeastern University

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    4 Year,

    BOSTON, MA,

    3641 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.

    Featured Review: Alum says Northeastern provides lots of amenities to make students with different backgrounds comfortable. Lots of offerings help students feel supported in their mental, physical, and spiritual wellbeing....

    Read 3641 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Acceptance Rate: 18%,

    Net Price: $38,927,

    SAT Range: 1430-1550,

  12. #16 Best College Locations in America.

    Seattle University

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    4 Year,

    SEATTLE, WA,

    987 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.

    Featured Review: Freshman says A little expensive for the quality of education and resources there. Plenty of ADHD and special needs accommodations but services are hard to waitlist/access and the staff isn’t always helpful. Most....

    Read 987 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: B+,

    Acceptance Rate: 82%,

    Net Price: $36,671,

    SAT Range: 1120-1330,

  13. #17 Best College Locations in America.

    University of Colorado Denver

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    4 Year,

    DENVER, CO,

    1840 Niche users give it an average review of 3.6 stars.

    Featured Review: Graduate Student says The University of Colorado Denver has a uniquely diverse and community-oriented campus that is made up of many cultures, backgrounds and orientations with a dedicated drive to engage everyone with....

    Read 1840 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A minus,

    Acceptance Rate: 72%,

    Net Price: $14,630,

    SAT Range: 1030-1250,

  14. #19 Best College Locations in America.

    Vanderbilt University

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    4 Year,

    NASHVILLE, TN,

    1328 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.

    Featured Review: Alum says I graduated summa cum laude from Vanderbilt University in 2021 with a Bachelor's degree in Neuroscience. I primarily chose to attend Vandy for its academic prowess, and it definitely lived up to that....

    Read 1328 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Acceptance Rate: 7%,

    Net Price: $27,553,

    SAT Range: 1480-1570,

  15. #22 Best College Locations in America.

    DePaul University

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    4 Year,

    CHICAGO, IL,

    3627 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.

    Featured Review: Sophomore says Based on my experience at DePaul, the academic programs, professors, and students have been amazing! Not only is everyone friendly, but connections between classmates and professors are also quickly...There are events for students to attend on the regular where students can get free university merch, food, and other things. Extracurriculars wise there are so many clubs and organizations to join. I...Other student resources, like tutoring or accessing the alumni network, are also available. These are good options if you need help or insight about your major or help with concepts taught in class....Financially, I think DePaul offers great scholarships, but to get more educational value be engaged and use RateMyProfessor ratings..

    Read 3627 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A minus,

    Acceptance Rate: 69%,

    Net Price: $31,872,

    SAT Range: 1050-1260,

  16. #25 Best College Locations in America.

    Berklee College of Music

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    4 Year,

    BOSTON, MA,

    1165 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.

    Featured Review: Sophomore says The environment of Boston, specifically of Berklee and Boston Conservatroy at Berklee, are unlike any other "campus" I've stepped onto. Being in the middle of such a vibrant city is like nothing...Like all schools though, especially with musicians, administration does not run as smoothly as I, and many of my peers, believe it should. That being said, I do not regret my decision to attend this school in the slightest!.

    Read 1165 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: B,

    Acceptance Rate: 55%,

    Net Price: $48,055,

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