<p>Unfortunately, UC Berkeley really doesn't "look out over the SF bay." If you stand in certain buildings and lean over balconies and crane your neck to the side, you can catch a glimpse of the Golden Gate and a bit of the bay, and I definitely do think it's a beautiful campus, but this characterization seems a bit of a stretch (trust me, I'd be happy if it did look out over the bay in an obvious sense).</p>
<p>I'd add Loyola Marymount, which is on a hill that looks over Los Angeles. The view can often be smoggy, but on a clear day, it's dramatic and impressive. Also, Marymount College (also SoCal), which sits on a cliff overlooking the Pacific (I haven't actually seen the campus in person, but aerial photos of the campus suggest that the views are pretty impressive).</p>
<p>I also second Scripps College in particular, but Claremont in general. On clear days (the key), the San Gabriel Mountains are a beautiful backdrop. Coming back to campus after winter break was one of my favorite things ever...snow-covered mountains and towering palm trees all in the same view.</p>
<p>I've been incredibly impressed with photos of some northeastern campuses...rolling hills, vibrant autumns, lots of natural beauty.</p>