This might sound odd, but I'm placing a lot of value on convenience and physical accessibility for my college experience. Could any of you suggest colleges that are easy to get around on, maybe with great public transport or compact campus designs?
Certainly, prioritizing campuses that facilitate easy navigation is valid, especially if you have a busy schedule or have mobility considerations. Here are a few recommendations:
1. University of Wisconsin-Madison. This campus is situated in the reasonably sized city of Madison, making everything relatively accessible. The university also provides a free bus pass to all students, offering convenient public transportation.
2. New York University. Located in the heart of Manhattan, NYU doesn't have a traditional campus. Buildings are scattered across the city blocks, and the entire city's public transportation serves as your transportation system. You can conveniently get around Manhattan and the other boroughs of NYC via subways and buses.
3. Stanford University: Known for its bike-friendly campus, Stanford encourages cycling over other means of transportation and provides extensive bike paths and racks. The campus's design is also compact and accessible.
Remember, visiting the campus will give you the most direct experience of the convenience factor, either virtually or in person. You can also look at campus maps online to get a feel for campus layouts. While these are just a few examples, there are many other schools with convenient campus setups or transport links that could be a great fit for you.
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