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Best Spring Break Schools
When you study abroad in the US, you get a spring break – time off to go to the beach, ski slopes, or a new city! Get inspired for your study-abroad journey with these unforgettable spring break destinations.
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Spring Break Campuses

Catch some rays at a sunny beach, speed down the slopes at a ski resort, or explore art, culture, and dining in a major city. Check out which Shorelight universities are in or near spring break hotspots!

Beach Destinations
Soak up the sun and surf the waves
Skiing Destinations
Ski, snowboard, and snowshoe on and around the slopes
Fun Cities
Explore the arts, culture, dining, and entertainment
Explore Schools in or near the Beach

Picture yourself living and studying in Florida and California, surrounded by some of the most beautiful and iconic beaches in the world. Shorelight universities like American Collegiate, Los Angeles, Florida International University, Palm Beach Atlantic University, and Pepperdine University, among others, give you the chance to work toward a world-class degree – while being able to go to the beach any time you need a break.

Study under the shade of towering palm trees, go surfing, or explore local beach towns just off campus. Discover our top-ranked universities in the best beach destinations today!

#2
Best Spring Break Destinations - Miami (U.S. News Travel, 2024)
#5
Best Beaches in Florida – Palm Beach, Florida (U.S. News Travel, 2024)
#6
Best Beaches in the US – Malibu Beach, California (U.S. News Travel, 2023)
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