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Dominic Castillo
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Dominic Castillo
Every year U.S. News & World Report releases an extensive review of the nation’s institutes of higher learning. Called the 7th best state for education by that publication, here in Virginia we’ve got a lot to brag about. Below are the top 5 schools in the commonwealth according to them.
#28
Consistently one of the nation’s best public universities, UVA is tops in the state and 28th among all the country’s schools.
Features
- 3.9 Golf Advisor rating
#40
Located in Hampton Roads’ norther reaches in Williamsburg, William & Mary is the nation’s second oldest college.
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- 4.0 Golf Advisor rating
#74
With seven research institutes and undergraduate enrollment of 28,000, Virginia Tech is one of the region’s great institutions for tech and education.
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- 3.2 Golf Advisor rating
#153
Located in the northern Virginia city of Fairfax and not far from the nation’s capitol, George Mason University is known for its many renown programs.
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- 4.1 rating at golfadvisor
#162
VCU is located in the state capitol and was founded in 1838. It’s known for having a wide variety of highly regarded programs and for its beautiful surroundings.
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- 3.5 Golf Advisor rating
Kempsville Area Library
- Monday – Thursday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Friday – Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Sunday 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. (1st Sunday after Labor Day – Sunday before Memorial Day weekend)
Features
- 3.2 Golf Advisor rating
Princess Anne Area Library.
- Monday – Thursday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Friday – Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Sunday 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. (1st Sunday after Labor Day – Sunday before Memorial Day weekend)
Features
- 3.2 Golf Advisor rating
Pungo-Blackwater Library
- Monday – Thursday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Friday – Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Features
- 3.2 Golf Advisor rating
The Signature at West Ncek
If looking for something even quieter than that, Little Island Park is as far from the madding crowd as you’ll get at the oceanfront. You’ll still find a pier, tennis courts, playground, equiment/ball/corn hole rental and a lot more, including a place to launch a canoe or kayak launch across the street on Back bay.
Parking is $5/day, $3/day for residents, and $10/day for buses and RVs. Fees are only charged Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Weekly passes are $25, monthly $75, and seasonal passes are $75.
Nearby
- Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge
- Fale Cape State Park
- Many beach rental properties.
Top Golf
If looking for something even quieter than that, Little Island Park is as far from the madding crowd as you’ll get at the oceanfront. You’ll still find a pier, tennis courts, playground, equiment/ball/corn hole rental and a lot more, including a place to launch a canoe or kayak launch across the street on Back bay.
Parking is $5/day, $3/day for residents, and $10/day for buses and RVs. Fees are only charged Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Weekly passes are $25, monthly $75, and seasonal passes are $75.
Nearby
- Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge
- Fale Cape State Park
- Many beach rental properties.
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