According to Playboy, Jefferson’s brainchild, the University of Virginia (UVA), is the nation’s top party school. It ranked above all others in Playboy’s three quality indices: sex life, nightlife, and sporting life.
West Virginia University (WVU) finally earned the number one spot on Playboy’s Top Party Schools in 2013. Morgantown, WV, is said to be a college town unlike any other, where the students know how to have fun despite the university’s remote location.
The Princeton Review’s Listings
The Princeton Review named Syracuse University as the number one party school in the US. Their top US party schools are listed as follows:
- Syracuse University, Syracuse, N.Y.
WVU has been named "number 1 party school" by the Princeton Review multiple times. New WVU President Mike Garrison commented on the university’s focus on changing lives and providing service to West Virginia.
Happiness and Academics
The College of William and Mary has received acknowledgment as the happiest college campus in the country. Known as a "Public Ivy," it reportedly boasts a community that is academically nimble and dynamic.
Comparison with Other Universities
Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) is distinguished from other Virginia universities by its urban landscape, art-forward movement, and progressive nature.
Rankings from Various Sites
Many college ranking sites concur that UVA is one of the best party schools. It was top on Playboy’s list in 2012. For 2022, UVA holds the 28th position in the Top Party Schools in America and ranks as number one in the Top Party Schools in Virginia, according to Niche.
Starting a Business in Virginia
The cost of starting a business in Virginia can vary depending on several factors. The Small Business Administration states that the average cost of starting a small business in the United States is around $30,000, which likely puts the cost in Virginia within the same range.