Dallas, Houston and Waco based universities among the prettiest in America

Dallas, Texas – Ever curious about which Texas college boasts the most beautiful campus or stands out as an architectural marvel? Architectural Digest, a monthly publication, has named three Texas universities among the most visually stunning campuses in the United States. The colleges recognized for their outstanding beauty are:

That accolade was given to:

• Baylor University in Waco, Texas
• Rice University in Houston, Texas
• Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas

In its search across the nation, Architectural Digest evaluated college campuses based on their architectural significance and environmental context, ultimately selecting sixty-four colleges for their list.

Baylor University

Baylor University earned its spot on the list with its Georgian-style architecture that marks its historic campus. Established in 1845 by the Republic of Texas, thanks to the dedication of Baptist pioneers, Baylor stands as the oldest continuously operating university in Texas. Its sprawling campus covers about 1,000 acres along the Brazos River, as noted on its official website.

Rice University

Rice University caught attention for its resemblance to California’s style, characterized by its Mediterranean Revival architecture. Nestled in a lush, 300-acre site lined with trees, Rice is located just a mile from Houston’s Museum District. The university was founded in 1891.

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Southern Methodist University

Southern Methodist University (SMU) was selected for its architectural beauty, particularly highlighted by Dallas Hall, reminiscent of the Rotunda at the University of Virginia. As the inaugural structure at SMU, Dallas Hall symbolizes the university’s historical roots. SMU’s main campus, known as the Hilltop, spans 234 acres in central Dallas.

To discover whether your former college is on Architectural Digest’s list of America’s prettiest campuses, you can visit their website. This might also be a useful resource if you’re trying to decide on a college to attend.

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