Currently the Orlando institution meets 12 of the required 13 metrics. Meanwhile, all other Central Florida higher education institutions have ranked less selective from the previous year.

While far from an exhaustive list, here are some ideas for celebrating the new year in Central Florida. Cuba Libre Orlando offers a New Year’s celebration with food, a DJ and dancing.

Florida’s iconic clear blue waters aren’t limited to the shore. The state’s freshwater springs are idyllic swimming holes, and you don’t have to travel far from the buzz of Orlando to enjoy them.