List of college towns

Summary

This is a list of college towns, residential areas (towns, districts, etc.) that are socioeconomically dominated by a college or university, sorted by continent.

Generally, to be classified as a college town, a town should exhibit one or more of the following:

  • The town is known for the presence of a college or university.
  • The college or university is the largest employer in the town.
  • College or university students form a significant proportion of the town's population.

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Puerto Rico edit

  • Mayagüez, Puerto Rico (UPR Mayagüez, Hostos School of Law, Pontifical Catholic University, Antillean Adventist University)
  • Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico (University of Puerto Rico, Recinto de Río Piedras)

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References edit

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