Admissions Overview
The admission process at Davidson College has a 14% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $50. Davidson College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
14%
Very Selective
Application Volume
7,347
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
49%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Davidson College has a 14% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $50. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Davidson College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$50
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredHigh School Class Rank
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Davidson College. About 30% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,360 to 1,510. Additionally, about 27% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 31 to 34.
SAT Scores
30% of students submitted400
1600
1360 – 1510
200
800
690 – 750
200
800
670 – 760
ACT Scores
27% of students submitted1
36
31 – 34
Admission Statistics
7,347 students applied to DAVIDSON. Of those, 14% were accepted (1,064 students). Of these 1,064 accepted students, 519 chose to enroll.
7,347
Total Applicants
1,064
Students Admitted
519
Students Enrolled
14%
Acceptance Rate