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!
Summer 2025 Admission Intensives
College Application Basics
Tuesday, July 8 | 2 - 2:45 p.m. EDT
In this session, we cover the fundamentals of applying to college. Discussion topics include: types of applications, application timelines, common application materials, additional resources, and other tips to put your best foot forward!
This session is intended for rising juniors and seniors.
International Student Session: College Application & Financial Aid Basics
Thursday, July 10 | 9 - 9:45 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 rising juniors and seniors who identify as international students.
Finding Fit & Crafting a College List
Thursday, July 10 | 3 - 3:45 p.m. EDT
Join us for a discussion on how you can get to know colleges and begin the process of selecting which ones you'll apply to. We'll provide tangible tips on how to identify important factors and characteristics of your ideal college, so you can ultimately find the places that will best suit your college journey.
This session is intended for rising juniors and seniors.
International Student Session: Demonstrating Interest & Making The Most of Virtual Visits
Tuesday, July 15 | 9 - 9:45 a.m. EDT
Join this session for a discussion on researching and learning about colleges/universities from afar. Learn what it means to “demonstrate interest” and how it is used in the admission process. We'll provide tangible tips on navigating virtual visits, the fine balance of demonstrated interest, and what it means to “sign up and show up.”
This session is intended for rising juniors and seniors who identify as international students.
Essay Writing 101: Mythbusting
Tuesday, July 15 | 2 - 2:45 p.m. EDT
Learn the who, what, and why of college admission essays along with tips for putting your best foot forward in writing. This session is a prerequisite for the Essay Writing 201 session.
This session is intended for rising juniors and seniors.
Essay Writing 201: Brainstorming
Thursday, July 17 | 3 - 3:45 p.m. EDT
This session continues the conversation from Essay Writing 101. Admission staff will guide you through brainstorming and writing exercises, giving you a chance to dig deeper into the writing process.
This session is intended for rising seniors.
Leveraging Activities and Supplemental Materials
Tuesday, July 22 | 2 - 2:45 p.m. EDT
Colleges want to learn about the meaningful ways you spend time. 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, and other supplemental application materials.
This session is intended for rising seniors.
Financial Aid Basics
Thursday, July 24 | 3 - 3:45 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 rising juniors and seniors.
Pursuing Athletics in College
Thursday, July 29 | 2 - 2:45 p.m. EDT
Playing a sport in college can be a more complicated process than many people think. Bring your questions, and come learn from college staff members and coaches about the process of NCAA/NAIA recruitment.
This session is intended for rising 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.