American Colleges Where the Cities Make Campus Life Even Better

25. Loyola University Chicago: A Campus with Skyline and Shoreline

Perched along the shores of Lake Michigan, Loyola University Chicago offers students a city-meets-nature campus with direct access to Chicago’s downtown. Students at Loyola can take the "L" train from their campus in Rogers Park to reach job hubs in finance, healthcare, journalism, and sustainability. Chicago’s deep-rooted cultural scene—from Broadway shows to street food festivals—creates unmatched entertainment and networking experiences. Whether it's interning at the Art Institute, working in finance at the Chicago Board of Trade, or volunteering in underserved communities, Loyola's prime location elevates both academics and social life.