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Simply being located in Hawaii surely qualifies for any “prettiest of” list, and the University of Hawaii at Manoa doesn’t disappoint. Founded in 1907 and moved to its present location in Honolulu in 1912, the campus is as green and lush as one would expect. Students can lounge on the green surrounded by lush foliage on this 320-acre campus in view of Diamond Head volcano, knowing that following classes they’re a stone’s throw from iconic Waikiki Beach. It’s no surprise that one of the prettiest campuses in the country is also home to the only doctorate program in architecture in the country. Highlights are Hawaii Hall, Lyon Arboretum, the Polynesian Cultural Center, and dozens of sculptures and artworks scattered across campus.

2500 Campus Road, Honolulu, HI, Phone: 808-956-8111

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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