Davidson College
About Davidson College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Davidson College is a private liberal arts college in Davidson, North Carolina, near Charlotte. Highly selective with a 17% acceptance rate, it offers programs in political science, biology, economics, and computer science, with a 92% graduation rate and a strong honor code tradition.
Founded
1837
Location
Davidson, North Carolina
Students
1,867
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
13.4%
Highly selective
Graduation Rate
91.1%
Above national average
Tuition
$64,410
Per year
Avg Net Price
$17,379
After financial aid
SAT Average
1469
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$81,400
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Highly Selective
About 7 students apply for every seat
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$50
Early
Nov 15
Regular
Jan 11
Davidson College admits about 13.4% of applicants, with an average SAT around 1469. Strong academics are a must, and your essays and activities will make the difference.
SAT Scores
1469/ 1600
ACT Scores
32/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Excellent
91.1% complete their degree within six years
Retention
94.6%
4-Year Grad
86%
6-Year Grad
90%
Teaching Quality
9:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
96%
$/Student
$22.7K
Class Size
Small
86% of students graduate on time, and with a 9:1 student-to-faculty ratio, it's clear students get the personal attention they need to succeed.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$64,410
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$17,100
Books & Supplies
$825
Total Cost of Attendance
$79,475
After Financial Aid
$17,379
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$9,497
Receive Grants
17.6%
Take Loans
8.7%
Don't let the $64,410 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $17,379 after financial aid, a 73% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $9,497.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Davidson College fund their education.
While in School
17.6%
Get Grants
Free money
8.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$80,076
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$18,688
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$198/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 8.7% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $18,688. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Davidson College.
Gender
53%
Female
47%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,867
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
15.8%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
0.1%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (53% women, 47% men). 15.8% are first-generation college students. 10.7% international students bring global perspectives to campus life.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
1,867
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Liberal Arts
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
No
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Davidson College fields 12 varsity teams with 605 student athletes, about 32% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I-FCS
Conference
Atlantic 10
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
12
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
605
32% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
57% / 43%
347
Men
258
Women
9
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Davidson Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$81,400
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Biology, General
—
78 grads
Economics
—
69 grads
Political Science and Government
—
67 grads
Psychology, General
—
59 grads
Computer Science
—
54 grads
Research and Experimental Psychology
—
51 grads
Graduates start at $63K six years out, climb to $63K by year eight, and reach $81K by year ten. That upward trajectory shows the degree keeps paying off.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.