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Davidson College

Davidson, NC

Private

4 Year

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Davidson College, located in the picturesque town of Davidson, North Carolina, is a premier liberal arts institution dedicated to academic excellence and community engagement. Known for its rigorous academics and close-knit community, Davidson offers a transformative educational experience.
1,869
Students
13%
Acceptance Rate
Undergrads
1,869
Classification
4 Year
Type
Private, Non-Profit
Religious Affiliation
Protestant
Nestled in a tranquil, small-town setting, Davidson College combines the intimacy of a tightly-knit community with the opportunities and resources of a distinguished educational institution. The college boasts a faculty committed to student mentorship and a campus culture that fosters leadership and collaboration. With a strong emphasis on the liberal arts, Davidson encourages students to think critically, engage in meaningful dialogue, and pursue interdisciplinary academics. From its historic buildings to its state-of-the-art facilities, Davidson provides an inspiring environment where students can grow intellectually, socially, and ethically.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into Davidson College?

13% acceptance rate
Very Selective
Admission Standards
Grades & Testing
Average SAT score
1422
Testing
Unknown
Average High School GPA
3.85
Application Deadlines
Regular Application Deadline
January 10
Early Decision / Early Action?
Yes

The most important factors Davidson College considers when admitting students are:

  • Character/Personal Qualities
  • Recommendation(s)
  • Rigor of Secondary School Record

Financials

See what it costs to attend Davidson College.

$ 90,524
Overall list price
$ 26,704
Average net price
$ 90,524
Merit Price™
Very Stingy
Merit Meter™

Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Davidson College?

Suburb
Campus Setting
Republican
State vote for president
Active
Greek participation
Weather
Sunny days
Sunny
Average winter temp
47°
Average summer temp
77°

Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Davidson College.

8:1
Student to faculty ratio
86%
4-year grad rate
91%
6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Davidson are:

  • Biology/Biological Sciences, General
  • Political Science and Government, General
  • Econometrics and Quantitative Economics

Demographics

Who attends Davidson College?

50
States represented
49
Countries represented
Yes
State DEI laws
Student Body
Students
1,869
Women
53%
Men
47%

Housing

What's it like living at Davidson College?

$18,384
Room & Board
96
%
Students on campus

FAQs

What GPA is needed to get into Davidson College?

The average GPA of the most recently accepted class was 3.85.

How much does Davidson College cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $90,524 to attend Davidson.

How many people attend Davidson College?

1,869 people attend Davidson. 1,869 are undergraduate students and 0 are graduate students.

Where is Davidson College located?

Davidson College is located in Davidson, North Carolina. It is in a Suburb environment.

Can I get into Davidson College with a 3.5 GPA?

In the most recent class of admissions, 95% of students submitted a 3.5 GPA or higher.

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