Vermont has one of the best small college towns in the US, per USA TODAY

Vermont has one of the best small college towns in the country, according to a recent ranking from USA TODAY 10BEST Readers’ Choice Awards.

The annual 10BEST awards highlight the best in travel, food and lifestyle, and winners are chosen by a public voting poll after being nominated by industry experts. In the best small town awards, ranking coastal, historic and regional small towns across the country, the town of Burlington ranked tenth in the best small college town category.

Here’s why.

Why Burlington is a top college town

Home of both the University of Vermont (UVM) and Champlain College, Burlington is praised by USA TODAY for its combination of “lakefront charm meets creative energy.”

Here’s what USA TODAY said about Burlington as a college town: “Situated on Lake Champlain, visitors can enjoy the waterfront, explore galleries, and attend performances that showcase the university’s artistic vibe. From craft breweries to farm-to-table dining and seasonal festivals, Burlington offers a mix of outdoor adventure and small-town collegiate culture.”

What other towns made the list?

Here is USA TODAY’s full ranking of the top 10 small college towns in the country:

1. State College, Pennsylvania

9. Charlottesville, Virginia

This article originally appeared on Burlington Free Press: USA TODAY names Burlington, Vermont a top college town. Here’s why