The University of Georgia is the oldest state chartered school in the nation. It is a public research university located in Athens, Georgia, the oldest and largest of the state’s institutions of higher learning.

Athens,Georgia is a great rural city. It has a rich indie rock scene that makes UGA a music hub. The birth of B-52s and REM in Athens makes for a great history.

If you are looking for a career in music and liberal arts in general this is a great school. Athens offers a great nightlife and counter cultural scene that makes it rich many arenas.