Campus Life

Whether you are exploring the beauty of campus with an in-person tour or connecting with students through a virtual conversation, we're eager to help you get to know the strength of our community. Meet our people, explore our resources and find yourself at Davidson College.

Located in the Town of Davidson, North Carolina, Davidson College is approximately 20 minutes north of Charlotte. Davidson students get the best of all worlds—a vibrant campus community close to a major metropolitan area with opportunities for outdoor adventures. 

With over 200 student organizations, 21 Division I athletic teams, state-of-the-art arts facilities and a multitude of interests spanning culture, politics, arts, entertainment, religion, athletics, diversity, civic engagement, and more, there is no shortage of ways to get involved at Davidson.

At Davidson, over 90% of students live on campus during their four years. Our residential community offers housing and dining options that fit a variety of needs and preferences within our student body. Explore the many options for housing and dining and get to know our unique approach to first year roommate matching.

In order to succeed academically and to enjoy all the campus has to offer, students must be cared for physically and mentally, and have a sense of well-being within their community. Explore the Center for Student Health and Well-Being, Health Education, recreation facilities, spiritual life and more.

No matter your socioeconomic background, we welcome you and hope to further your access to opportunities. Explore the many resources, facilities and staff available to students of any background as they make their transition from high school to college to post-Davidson.

The Center for Student Diversity and Inclusion helps to foster an inclusive and welcoming environment on campus. The Center pursues this goal by providing direct support services, educational programming and community building opportunities within and across social groups. Explore resources related to students of color, LGBTQIA+ students, first-gen students and undocumented students.

Davidson's primary purpose is to help students lead lives of leadership and service. As such, we are committed to embedding leadership and service opportunities for students as a key part of the Davidson experience. There are many ways that students become involved with service to the campus and the community, and there are many student organizations and initiatives that students take part in to refine their leadership skills.

We know college life in a new country can be an adjustment and we have teams on campus to support you in areas including academic writing assistance, career and internship guidance, visa guidelines, host family matching, community building and more. Explore what life at Davidson can look like as an international student.