University of Oregon
Eugene, OR
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TOP SPORTS TEAMS: Oregon Ducks football and track and field teams
Founded in 1876, the University of Oregon is a public institution. More than 20 percent of students are affiliated with a fraternity or sorority, and dual-enrollment options are available for students who want to take classes at UO and a community college. The University of Oregon has a highly ranked College of Education, as well as a law school, business school, and other graduate degree programs. Famous alums include journalist Ann Curry and Steve Perry of the Cherry Poppin' Daddies. (photo: Adam850/Wikimedia Commons)