#4 University of Texas

Location: Austin, Texas

Student hall name: The Callaway House

The freshman dorm (first years) at the Callaway House, Austin, are fortunate with luxe student suites available.

Up 17 floors the Callaway House sports views of downtown Austin, the University of Texas's (UT) breath-taking tower and campus, not to mention the rolling hill and countryside. These amazing snapshots can be seen from the student's suites and the rooftop pool - yes, you've read correctly, this student accommodation features a large pool on the roof.

Other luxury facilities include:

- In-suite housekeeping
- 24 hour 'courtesy desk' in the foyer
- Garage parking access

Key amenities:

- Theatre room with four 60" televisions and giant projector screen
- 7th floor outdoor study deck
- Full-service dining hall (plus box lunches for those on-the-go students)
- 2,400 sq ft fitness centre with most exercise machines
- 4,600 sq ft recreational lounge with billiards, foosball and poker tables

The prices match the accommodation, with costs ranging from $1,250 (£829) for a standard or deluxe studio suite, to $1,910 (£1,267) for a spacious two bedroom, two bathroom apartment. These costs are based on monthly instalments over the school year's ten months.

The living conditions are top notch embodying contemporary, colourful and tasteful décor with designer finishes, private or shared accommodation available, kitchenettes and a furnished dining room. The images alone are enough to showcase the elegance of these student communities.