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Few cities have as many centers for higher education as Boston. This town is chock full of college students and it offers plenty of student-friendly experiences. Boston is also one of the oldest cities in the country and beautiful old buildings and businesses abound.
Here are just a few of the colleges you’ll find in the Boston area.
- MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) MIT is one of the most cutting-edge schools in the country. If you’re going for tech, science, or math, this is the place to be. MIT is located in Cambridge, which used to be its own town but is now considered a Northern neighborhood of Boston. Cambridge is easily accessible by the T, Boston’s subway station.
- Harvard College. This is the country’s most prestigious university– and for good reason. This Ivy League university was founded all the way back in 1636. Outside of its stellar academics, Harvard also boasts one of the prettiest campuses in the country.
- Boston University. This private institution’s roots reach back to the 1830′s. In addition to its challenging courses, Boston University also hosts the most diverse student body in the United States. Since BU brings in so many exchange students, it hosts plenty of study abroad opportunities, too.
- Emerson College. Emerson focuses on performing arts and communication and was founded in 1880. This is one of the most urban campuses in Boston. The Emerson campus is located at the corner of Boston Common. Its notable alumni include stars like Jay Leno, Henry Winkler, and Denis Leary.
