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RANKED: The 20 Colleges With The Most Hardcore Sports Fans

Peter JacobsFeb 3, 2014, 20:48 IST

AP Photo/Phil SearsFlorida State University fans cheer on the Seminoles.

From mascots to marching bands, cheerleaders to cheering sections, students show love for their alma mater's athletics in a variety of ways.

We've partnered with Niche to bring you a ranking of the 20 schools with the best college sports fans.

This list is compiled information about colleges' varsity sports programs, social life, and school spirit, as determined by Niche's "Best Overall Student Experience" ranking. Florida State University - whose football team recently won the national championship - topped this ranking.

Overall though, these college sports fans know how to cheer on their team and put a little fear in the other side.