Davidson College

Matt Stirn
Matt Stirn

Forge Your Own Path

"If it were not for my time at Davidson, I do not think I would be where I am today. It was both a combination of a liberal arts education and several amazing professors who helped me develop skills to pursue an exciting career in archaeology and journalism."
Matt Stirn '11
Itziri Gonzalez-Barcenas ’19
Itziri Gonzalez-Barcenas ’19

Find Decency & Kindness in a World That Needs It

"I learned at Davidson that when you’re surrounded by passionate people who are committed to making people’s lives better, you become your best self.”
Itziri Gonzalez-Barcenas ’19
Schwarzman Scholar
Kyle Berlage '26
Kyle Berlage '26

Explore Learning Beyond the Classroom

"Being at Davidson is not about who is the smartest or endless competition with your peers. Rather, Davidson is a place where you can develop and find your passions unlike anywhere else."
Kyle Berlage '26
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a young Black woman wearing glasses

Thrive in a Distinctively Supportive Community

"When making my college decision, COVID-19 had just shut down the world but Davidson faculty and staff continued to reach out to me and be a guiding hand as I considered my next steps in a time of uncertainty. I have continued to see this commitment to helping and supporting students."
Olivia Howard '24
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Students changing classes at the Wall Center

Find Your Passion

Join a community of scholars committed to lives of leadership and service.

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Majors, Minors & Programs

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Belk Scholars Senior Sendoff dinner
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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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campus scene in front of colorful trees

Admissions & Financial Aid

Ranked among America's most selective colleges, Davidson is proud to be the first liberal arts college to eliminate loans in financial aid packages through the Davidson Trust. We're here to help you navigate the admission process, and answer your questions about life at Davidson.

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Featured Davidson News

Read the stories of our students, alumni, faculty and community members.

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Unlocking the Davidson Experience: A Guide for Newly Admitted Wildcats

A senior approaching graduation, Ruby Zhou '24 reflects on her time at Davidson College in this letter to her past high school self on making the college decision and anticipating all to come as a member of the Wildcat community. 

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Spring Convocation Celebrates Joy, Excellence, Achievement
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’Cats Go Wild for #AllinforDavidson, Raise $1.2 Million in a Day
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Trustee and Trusted Friend: Trailblazing Businessman and Philanthropist Carlos Alvarez Dies
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Dr. Anna Drake Warshaw Named Next President of Associated Colleges of the South
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Pickering Fellowship Places Davidson College Alum on Path to Diplomacy
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‘Hobart Park’ Literary Magazine Wins Best of Show Award

Featured 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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Gamut Dance Company 2022 Performance
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German Studies Senior Thesis Forum
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Bahia Ramos Lecture—Funding the Future: Driving Change in the Arts Through Research and Grantmaking
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Traditional Series: Tim O’Brien with Jan Fabricius
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Julia Matthiesen'24: Senior Art Major Exhibition Reception
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