University of Utah - Salt Lake City, UT

The U of Utah is a major public research university located less than an hour from 10 ski resorts. Pursue a degree in engineering, health sciences or business, among 100+ majors. When you need a study break, hit world-class skiing at Park City, Snowbird, Alta, and more. The U also runs shuttles to the slopes on weekends.

Montana State University - Bozeman, MT

Montana State is located less than an hour from Bridger Bowl Ski Area and Big Sky Resort. Strong programs include engineering, agriculture, nursing, education, and the sciences. With 300 days of sunshine a year, enjoy skiing by day and studying under the stars at night.

Appalachian State University - Boone, NC

Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains, App State is under an hour from skiing and snowboarding at Sugar Mountain Resort and Beech Mountain. Popular programs include business, education, health sciences, and music.

Western State Colorado University - Gunnison, CO

Located in the heart of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains, Western State is a public university surrounded by over 2,000 acres of national forest. Nearby Crested Butte Mountain Resort offers some of the best expert terrain in the state. The school has solid programs in business, education, and the outdoors. 

University of New Hampshire - Durham, NH

UNH is the flagship public university of New Hampshire and is less than an hour from skiing at Gunstock Mountain Resort. Top degree options include business, engineering, health sciences, biology, and psychology.

The University of Nevada, Reno - Reno, NV

The University of Nevada, Reno is a public research university located just 20 minutes from Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe. Popular degree programs include business, engineering, journalism, education, and agriculture.

Boise State University - Boise, ID

Boise State is conveniently located just over 30 minutes from Bogus Basin ski area. Popular majors include business, education, health sciences, and social sciences.

Gonzaga University - Spokane, WA

Gonzaga is a private Catholic university located less than an hour from skiing at 49° North Mountain Resort. Gonzaga has strong programs in business, engineering, education, and the sciences.

St. Lawrence University - Canton, NY

St. Lawrence is a private liberal arts college that is less than 30 minutes from Whiteface Mountain and Titus Mountain. Popular majors include economics, English, government, and psychology. Enjoy Division 1 hockey and beautiful nature trails on campus.