Campus bars are a fundamental component of the college experience.
Students learn to love their teams, in good times and in bad, while balancing plastic cups of Keystone and watching games with their peers.
Every school has its favorite bar — the one that is as synonymous with a four-year college career as the freshman dorm, quad, or library.
Listed alphabetically by city, we found the best and most beloved college bars in the country.
Mickey's Irish Pub – Ames, Iowa
Popular with: Iowa State University
Sitting along Ames' stretch of Welch Avenue nightlife, Mickey's is a favorite among Iowa State students. Many stop over on Tuesdays for a boisterous round of karaoke, accompanied by $2.50 Long Island iced teas, $3.50 Bud tallboys and even, on occasion, free pizza.
The bar itself is even a proponent of ISU sports, frequently tweeting and posting on its Facebook page about the school's victories.
Rick's American Cafe – Ann Arbor, Mich.
Popular with: University of Michigan
In the heart of Ann Arbor with a second location in East Lansing, Rick's is among U of M students' favorite places to party. Tuesday night is college night, with $1 well drinks all night and no cover when you show your student ID.
The atmosphere is more club-like than cafe-like, so students who arrive at Rick's should be ready for a good time.
Bourbon Street – Athens, Ga.
Popular with: University of Georgia
In downtown Athens, students point to Bourbon Street as the place to be after sundown. Known for its popularity among UGA freshmen, Bourbon Street's best deals are during its power hours, which tend to inspire some table-top dancing.
Those who desire a less rowdy crowd can always head to the upstairs area where pool tables and cheap beer await.
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