<p>Colorado School of Mines is in the PERFECT location (I mean, it’s COLORADO!), but from what I’ve read the students hate it and don’t even have time to enjoy the surroundings. I know coming from young college students this may be the case (their opinion) for any college, but it is somewhat worrisome. Also, Hawaii would be a dream, but I question the quality of their schools…any advice? Also, CU Boulder is another big contender, but I’ve also heard it’s a massive party school.</p>