This Alabama university is one of America’s top 10 party schools
The school got high marks for its athletics and Greek life.
Mason Reed 
It is certainly no secret that Alabama schools frequently find themselves at the top of national rankings. Now, the University of Alabama has earned a fresh spotlight, landing a spot in the top 10 of a national party school list.
How the Rankings Were Determined
According to the ranking by Niche, the results were calculated using a blend of data points. The findings were heavily influenced by more than 5,000 online student surveys. Beyond student feedback, the methodology examined the density and accessibility of local bars and restaurants near campus.
The Tuscaloosa Factor
Unsurprisingly, the ranking placed significant weight on two cornerstones of the Tuscaloosa experience: Greek life and athletics. Both factors played a vital role in securing the Crimson Tide's high placement on the list.
A Competitive Field
The University of California-Santa Barbara claimed the top spot in the analysis, with Florida State University and Tulane rounding out the top three. Other notable institutions in the top tier included USC and Wisconsin-Madison. Following Alabama in the rankings were Syracuse, Georgia, Howard University, and Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
A Closer Look at The Capstone
When breaking down the specific performance metrics for the University of Alabama, the school received straight As across most categories. Further analysis of their score included a B+ for location, a B for value, and a B- for safety, as reported by 205focus.com.
