Natural Class: Eleven U.S. Colleges at One with Nature

Some U.S. colleges blend architecture and nature so seamlessly, you might forget that they’re primarily places of learning and not backdrops to your next adventure. But if you’re going to spend four years anywhere, why not opt for the most spectacular surroundings possible? Related Stories: Bowling 101? The Changing Face of College Majors The End: Nine U.S. Hikes with Gorgeous Finales Tuition Without Tears: Money-Saving Strategies

College of the Atlantic: Bar Harbor, Maine

This liberal arts college is located on Mount Desert Island, just off the coast of Maine. The school itself is small (only thirty-five acres), but Acadia National Park’s tranquil greenery, as well as the vast expanse of the ocean, are just a short drive away.

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