CAMPUS · DAVIDSON, NC · PRIVATE

Davidson College

14.5%

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FIT

REACH

Davidson College is a reach for most applicants.

Score reflects acceptance odds × cost × outcome quality.

ACCEPTANCE

14.5%

of 7,347 applicants

SALARY · 10-YR

$81,400

across all majors

Davidson College at a Glance

2,091

Total Enrollment

$18,688

Median Debt

17.0%

Pell Grant Rate

Average SAT & ACT Scores for Davidson College

Test	25th Percentile	75th Percentile	Midpoint
SAT Reading	690	750	720
SAT Math	670	760	715
SAT Total	1360	1510	1435
ACT Composite	31	34	32

Admissions Funnel

Applications Received	7,347
Students Admitted	1,064
Students Enrolled	519
Yield Rate	48.8%

Davidson College Rankings

Ranking	2025	Year
US News Liberal Arts Colleges	#14	2025

Davidson College Overview

Davidson College is a private university in Davidson, NC with 2,091 students. Its 14.5% acceptance rate places it among America's most selective universities. The most popular majors are Social Sciences, Biological Sciences, and Computer Science.

Full Name	Davidson College
Location	Davidson, NC 28035
Type	Private
Website	davidson.edu/
Total Enrollment	2,091
Undergrad Enrollment	2,091
Female Students	53.8%

Is Davidson College a Reach, Match, or Safety?

With an acceptance rate of 14.5%, Davidson College is a Reach for most applicants. You'll need a standout application — strong GPA, meaningful extracurriculars, and compelling essays — to have realistic odds here.

Your Profile	Davidson College Is...	What to Do
Above-average GPA + strong application	Match	Apply — worth the effort
Average GPA, some strengths	Reach	Apply, but have 2-3 backup schools
Below-average GPA	Hard Reach	Consider similar schools with higher acceptance rates

Popular Majors at Davidson College

The most popular fields of study, ranked by the number of degrees awarded.

Social Sciences

26.6%

Biological Sciences

13.1%

Computer Science

9.0%

Psychology

8.5%

Physical Sciences

5.5%

Best Majors at Davidson College →

Student Demographics

White

63.0%

Black/African American

6.1%

Hispanic/Latino

9.4%

Asian

5.4%

International

9.6%

How to Get Into Davidson College

Davidson is a Reach school for nearly all applicants. Competitive applicants typically score 1435+ on the SAT. Beyond grades and scores, Davidson wants to see intellectual curiosity, leadership, and a clear sense of purpose in your application. Have 2-3 realistic backup schools — even perfect-on-paper students get denied here.

1435

Target SAT Score

Target ACT Score

14.5%

Acceptance Rate

7,347

Total Applicants

What Davidson College Values Most in Applicants

Admission factor importance from the Common Data Set — what the school officially says matters.

Factor	Importance
Academic Gpa	Very Important
Rigor Of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Class Rank	Important
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Application Essay	Very Important
Recommendation	Very Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Talent Ability	Important
Character Personal Qualities	Very Important
First Generation	Considered
Alumni Relation	Considered
Interview	Important
Work Experience	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Davidson College Application Deadlines & Requirements

Key dates for the Davidson College ED I/II admission cycle. Mark these on your calendar — missing a deadline means waiting another year.

Deadline	Date
Early Decision	Nov 15
Early Decision II	Jan 5
Regular Decision	Jan 12

Early Decision: Davidson College offers binding Early Decision. If accepted, you must enroll and withdraw all other applications. Only apply ED if Davidson College is your clear first choice.

Frequently Asked Questions About Davidson College

What is Davidson's acceptance rate?

Davidson has an acceptance rate of 14.5%, making it extremely selective. This rate reflects freshman applicants for the most recent admissions cycle.

What SAT score do I need for Davidson?

The middle 50% SAT range at Davidson is 1360-1510. For the ACT, the middle 50% range is 31-34. Scoring above the 75th percentile puts you in a strong position, but scores alone don't determine admission.

What are the most popular majors at Davidson?

The most popular majors at Davidson by degrees awarded are: Social Sciences (26.6%), Biological Sciences (13.1%), Computer Science (9.0%), Psychology (8.5%), Physical Sciences (5.5%). These percentages reflect undergraduate degrees conferred in the most recent reporting year.

Can I transfer to Davidson?

Davidson accepts transfer students, though the process is highly selective. Transfer applicants typically need a strong college GPA (3.5+), relevant coursework, and compelling reasons for transferring. The transfer acceptance rate is generally lower than freshman admission at selective schools.