Emory Named Among Most Beautiful Campuses

was named among the most beautiful college campuses in the nation by The Best Colleges, an organization that compiles data and independently ranks schools.

Emory beat out well-known colleges such as Yale, Harvard and Princeton and nabbed the no. six spot on the top 50 list.

Schools ranked above Emory include Elon University, Kenyon College, University of the South (Sewanee), Pepperdine University and Lewis & Clark College.

Here's the full write-up about Emory:

With an awe inspiring classically gorgeous southern campus, Emory is easily one of our top campuses in the country. This gem in the heart of Atlanta can offer students both an exceptional education as well as countless opportunities to expand their horizons. The Michael C. Carlos Museum on campus houses the most extensive art collection in the Southeast, with pieces from around the world. For the adventurous student, you can spend countless hours at Lullwater Park, comprising over 100 acres on campus that is dedicated to preserving the south and its natural environment. Lullwater features walking and hiking trails as well as a view of the president of the University’s home.

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