I love Florida. Though I'm not even american, I pretty know Miami and Fort Lauderdale suburbs. It's a great place. If I'd choose a US city state to live, probably it would be Florida, even in spite of hurricanes. It's more latin, and I am a latin guy.
But taking about universitys, don't choose because of location or beaches. Just choose the best. Research for the best in the career you want to take, then you'll be the best professional and you can find the job in any place you want.
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