#20 University of California—Los Angeles
Los Angeles, California
8.211 out of 10
UCLA has a law school, a business school, and several other graduate programs.
What a student says: “The students create a second family with each other. They are also extremely passionate about planning and creating social change. The emphasis on social equity is especially clear in UCLA's program."
#19 Indiana University—Bloomington
Bloomington, Indiana
8.212 out of 10
Indiana University Bloomington has a business school, a law school, and several other graduate programs.
What a student says: “I think very highly of the school and its atmosphere. The community is great and the people awesome. There is always something to do. I enjoy getting out and enjoying the town."
#18 Kansas State University
Manhattan, Kansas
8.214 out of 10
Kansas State University has an architecture school, a business school, and several other graduate programs.
What a student says: “The faculty and staff are great and supportive; you will always find assistance and guidance. There will always be someone to turn too. You will also make great friends within this college. The programs are smaller than most and you form great friendships with your peers."
#17 University of Iowa
Des Moines, Iowa
8.22 out of 10
The University of Iowa has a law school, a dental school, and several other graduate programs.
What a student says: “It is an academically competitive school, where one does not have to be cut throat, but can instead find good relationships."
#16 Rice University
Houston, Texas
8.23 out of 10
Rice University has a business school, an architecture school, and several other graduate programs.
What a student says: "Great school! I have a good (social) life and enjoy the research here!"
#15 University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, Wisconsin
8.28 out of 10
The University of Wisconsin-Madison has a business school, a law school, and several other graduate programs.
What a student says: I appreciate meeting students outside my area of study, which wouldn't have happened at a conservatory. Madison is a fantastic city with lots going on culturally as well as socially."
#14 University of Virginia
Charlottesville, Virginia
8.29 out of 10
The University of Virginia has a law school, a medical school, and several other graduate programs.
What a student says: "Best parts: -Social life is amazing- so much to do in CVille! -Class time is only 8:10am-12pm every day!"
#13 Thomas Jefferson University
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
8.3 out of 10
Thomas Jefferson University has a medical school and offers graduate degrees in other health and science fields.
What a student says: “All of the students are incredibly nice, helpful, and passionate.”
#12 Brown University
Providence, Rhode Island
8.31 out of 10
Brown University offers 50 doctoral programs and 27 master's programs.
What a student says: “The student body is pretty diverse in the program; we have students from various parts of the world doing different types of research, from demographic studies to qualitative ethnographic projects. I've made some good friends while studying here, and miss those who have already left."
#11 Texas A&M University
Corpus Christi, Texas
8.33 out of 10
Texas A&M has a business school, an architecture school, and several other graduate programs.
What a student says: “The school is small enough to know almost everyone, but large enough to have the funding for good technology. The departments are smaller, so it is easier to make close friendships with other students and professors."
#10 Texas State University—San Marcos
San Marcos, Texas
8.4 out of 10
Texas State University offers a graduate program in music, along with 88 other masters degrees, 10 Ph.D. degrees, and a doctor of physical therapy degree.
What a student says: "When I started graduate school, I was very worried about being able to "fit in" both socially and academically. The Anthropology graduate program at TX State University is very welcoming and supportive (students and faculty alike)."
#9 Southern Methodist University
Dallas, Texas
8.47 out of 10
Southern Methodist University has a business school, a law school, and several other graduate programs.
What a student says: “The pros are that the teachers are very accessible and social life in Dallas is great.”
#8 Duke University
Durham, North Carolina
8.49 out of 10
Duke University has a law school, a medical school, and several other graduate programs.
What a student says: “…What is most remarkable, however, is the student body: very friendly and social, exceedingly helpful, high performing with [essentially no] gunnering."
#7 University of Miami
Miami, Florida
8.535 out of 10
The University of Miami has a medical school, a law school, and several other graduate programs.
What a student says: “The family you create amongst your class is great. Your peers are amazing and your greatest support, no matter what competition there may be."
#6 Tulane University
New Orleans, Louisiana
8.537 out of 10
Tulane University has a law school, a medical school, and several other graduate programs.
What a student says: “Tulane is a perfect balance of professional and personal enhancement; it is a quality education, and offers the lively city of New Orleans for a study break!"
#5 University of Georgia
Athens, Georgia
8.54 out of 10
The University of Georgia has a law school, a veterinary school, and several other graduate programs.
What a student says: Pros: highly respected, located in a bubbly, happening city – Athens also has a diverse student group, which makes going out fun."
#4 The University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, Alabama
8.56 out of 10
The University of Alabama at Birmingham offers 37 doctoral programs, and masters level programs in 50 areas.
What a student says: “The diversity here at UAB allows students to interact with various race and cultures which ultimately facilitates the growth of the students."
#3 University of Texas at Austin
Austin, Texas
8.6 out of 10
The University of Texas at Austin has a law school, a business school, an architecture program, and several other graduate programs.
What a student says: “Pros: Great faculty, network, they really strive to provide you opportunities to make friends and connections. The social aspect of the university is wonderful, and the school's alumni network is fantastic."
#2 University of Dayton
Dayton, Ohio
8.63 out of 10
The University of Dayton has a law school, a business school, and several other graduate programs.
What a student says: “I also attended University of Dayton for my bachelor's degree. I love UD! It was a warm and caring environment amongst both students and faculty. My undergraduate years are some of the fondest times of my life”
#1 University of Colorado at Boulder
Boulder, Colorado
8.89 out of 10
The University of Colorado at Boulder has a law school, a business school, and several other graduate programs.
What a student says: “People are easy to meet and hang out with. There is plenty to do at night! The faculty is accessible and the class sizes are great.”
