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Thrive in a Distinctively Supportive Community

"Professors go beyond teaching; they mentor with a deep belief in each student’s potential. Alumni have guided me long after their own graduations, staff members have supported every passion project I’ve embarked on, and my peers have become collaborators, not competitors."
Natalie Russell '25
Henry M. Shaw Jr. Scholar
Academics
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Explore Learning Beyond the Classroom

“Collaborating with Prof. Dietrick outside of class forced me to step out of my usual approach to composing music. I love getting to work with and understand someone else's creative vision.”
Jacob Kim '26
Collier Cobb Lilly Scholar
Experiential Learning
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a middle aged white man wearing a light blue collared shirt

Prepare for a Life of Leadership & Service

"When I look back through my career, I’ve realized that what I’ve been trying to do all along is create the kind of city I’d like to live in. My advice: Figure out what interests you, and then go make it happen where you live.”
Rick Thurmond '94
CMO, Charlotte City Partners
Career Outcomes & Networking
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a young Black woman with black hair wearing a floral top

Find Your Team

"My life’s trajectory and personal values have all been enhanced by Davidson. Davidson gave me such a great support system of family, friends and mentors."
Gracie Ghartey Tagoe '18
MBA Candidate, Dartmouth College
Campus Life
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Our Community

Students from all backgrounds learn from, and alongside, each other. Faculty challenge you as they share your dreams. A community equally driven and kind.

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Admission & Financial Aid

Ranked among America's most selective colleges, Davidson is proud to stand as one of only two dozen schools in the country that admit students regardless of their family’s ability to pay, meet 100 percent of calculated need, and do so without loans in their aid package. We're here to help as you navigate the admission and financial aid process.

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Election Day and Beyond: Davidson College Fosters Civil Discourse and Civic Engagement

Davidson College’s long tradition of nurturing civil discourse and civic engagement will continue well beyond election day. Learn more about the college’s efforts to bridge partisan divides and educate students for lives of leadership and service.

Upcoming Events

A large part of the Davidson experience is living on campus and becoming involved with all that our community has to offer.

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