Top 10 Public Universities with Ocean Views from the Dorms
Budget-friendly ocean views from your college dorm.
After college, you'll want to live on the beach, but did you know you could do this while in public college? Let's combine study with luxury accommodations on a budget. Here are the top 10 public universities where ocean vistas are just part of campus life—plus their in-state tuition costs!
1. University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB)
- In-State Tuition: $14,617/year
- Located in sunny Santa Barbara, California, UCSB takes the cake for jaw-dropping coastal beauty. Dorms like San Miguel and Santa Catalina are so close to the beach you can hear the waves crashing. Whether you’re studying marine biology or catching up on Netflix, the Pacific Ocean is your constant companion. Students can stroll along scenic trails or chill on the sandy beaches on campus.
2. University of Hawaii at Manoa
- In-State Tuition: $11,304/year
- What’s better than going to college in Hawaii? The answer: dorms with panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and Waikiki skyline. At UH Manoa in Honolulu, dorms like Hale Aloha Towers sit on a hill, giving students an unbeatable vantage point of tropical sunsets. Oh, and Waikiki Beach? It’s practically your backyard.
3. University of California, San Diego (UCSD)
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