The most beautiful college campus in every US state
Colleges across the US feature diverse architectural styles, from Gothic to Greek Revival. These are the most beautiful campuses across all 50 states.
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Alabama's Spring Hill College in Mobile is widely considered one of the most beautiful college campuses in the state. Founded in 1830, the 381-acre liberal arts institution is known for its Greek Revival architecture and lush surroundings of pink azaleas. The campus features the historic St. Joseph Chapel where singer Jimmy Buffett married in 1969, as well as expansive green spaces. Its historic buildings are recognized on the National Register of Historic Places.
The University of Alaska Fairbanks in Alaska has a massive 2,250-acre campus with multiple community and rural sites spread throughout the state. Its Museum of the North, designed by award-winning architect Joan Soranno, is an architectural gem that won several national awards. Inspired by Alaska's natural surroundings, the museum's design depicts alpine ridges, glaciers, the Yukon River, and the northern lights.
Arizona's University of Arizona campus in Tucson showcases desert plants and boasts red-brick halls stretching across 400 acres. The grounds are lined with towering palm trees and feature a nationally recognized public garden with many desert species. The campus sits among the scenic Santa Catalina Mountains.
California's University of California, Berkeley was originally a 2-acre site that has since expanded into a sprawling 178-acre campus. In 1860s, the college worked with landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted to design its grounds. French architect Emile Bénard initially won the competition to design the campus, but declined to serve as supervising architect, and John Galen Howard took over. Bénard's Beaux-Arts vision remains influential.
Colorado's University of Colorado Boulder has undergone a transformation since the 1918-1939 period when architect Charles Klauder revamp the campus. Klauder added a distinct Tuscan Vernacular Revival style, characterized by multi-hued sandstone walls and red roofs. The campus also features buildings in the Collegiate Gothic style, with traces still visible in older structures.
Delaware's University of Delaware in Newark showcases lush manicured lawns and a mix of red-brick and Collegiate Gothic-style buildings. Founded in 1743, the university is home to 21 NCAA Division I teams and 40 club sports. Its Morris Library stretches four floors and contributes to the campus's picturesque appearance.
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