The site highlights the city’s museums, and two of its major employers, JP Morgan Chase and CenturyLink. CollegeRanker.com also touts ’s athletic department as “exceptional,” and ’s Greek life, spirit groups, School of Pharmacy, and business programs are also recognized.
Monroe was the only Louisiana city to make the list with other top college towns including Gainesville, Fla.; Madison, Wisc.; Oxford, Miss.; Malibu, Calif.; and many others.
According to CollegeRanker.com the rankings were developed after considering factors such as economy, culture, community, neighborhoods, schools, and alumni retention within the city.
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