The Best Colleges in Virginia

According to the Fiske Guide to Colleges 2010, twelve colleges and universities in the state of Virginia are considered to be among the best colleges in the United States.

They are (in alphabetical order)...

• George Mason University
• Hampden-Sydney College
• Hollins University
• James Madison University
• University of Mary Washington
• Randolph College
• University of Richmond
• Sweet Briar College
• University of Virginia
• Virginia Tech
• Washington and Lee University
• College of William and Mary

All are outstanding institutions where you can get a great education.

There is a little something for everyone on this list. Small, medium and large colleges. Public and private institutions. Coed and single sex. Liberal arts colleges and research universities. NCAA Divisions I, I-A, II and III. Urban, small town and rural.

A college search is about finding the right "fit" for you. If you're looking for a Virginia college, consider this list a starting point. Take a good long look at each of these schools. You really can't go wrong.