Admission Intensive Workshops
Join the Davidson admission team for a workshop series designed to help you navigate your college search and application journey.
All sessions are free and held virtually. Sessions are not recorded.
Our goal is to provide information in a broad scope that will serve participants regardless of where they apply. Sessions are held live with Davidson Admission staff - bring your questions!
Fall 2025 Admission Intensives
International Student Session: College Application and Financial Aid Basics
Tuesday, October 7 | 8 - 8:45 a.m. EDT
While applying to college/university and understanding your financial aid options might not seem “basic” at this stage in the process, we want to help make it a little easier. This session will cover the fundamentals of applying to college/university in the United States. We'll discuss types of applications, timelines, common requirements, additional resources, and general financial aid eligibility.
This session is intended for juniors and seniors who identify as international students.
College Application Basics
Tuesday, October 7 | 9 - 9:45 p.m. EDT
In this session, we cover the fundamentals of applying to college. Discussion topics include: creating a college list, types of applications, application timelines, common application materials, additional resources, and other tips to put your best foot forward.
This session is intended for juniors and seniors.
Approaching The College Essay
Wednesday, October 22 | 9 - 9:45 p.m. EDT
Learn the ins and outs of different college admission essays along with tips for putting your best foot forward in writing.
This session is intended for juniors and seniors.
Preparing Supplemental Materials
Thursday, October 30 | 9 - 9:45 p.m. EDT
This session will help you learn how to be your own best advocate, and share details about your extracurricular involvements and formative experiences. Conversation topics will include crafting an activities list, letters of recommendation, demonstrated interest, and other supplemental application materials.
This session is intended for juniors and seniors.
What to Do After You Hit Submit
Thursday, November 6 | 9 - 9:45 p.m. EDT
Learn what to do next after you've submitted your application and hear advice on how to make the most of the time spent waiting to receive admission decisions, including important next steps with your financial aid.
This session is intended for seniors.
Financial Aid 101
Thursday, November 13 | 9 - 9:45 p.m. EDT
This session will cover the process of how to apply for financial aid with topics including: eligibility, necessary documents, cost-determination, common terms, and more.
This session is intended for juniors and seniors.
Missed a workshop you are interested in? Many of these workshops and more will be offered during our next Admission Intensives workshop series.
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When the pandemic canceled Davidson College’s July Experience, the Office of Admission and Financial Aid turned the loss into an opportunity to help prospective students.