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!
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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Winter Admission Intensives Schedule
Launching Your College Search
Saturday, February 8 | 1 - 1:45 p.m. EST
The search for a perfect college "fit" can be daunting. Join this session to gain insight on how to sift through the thousands of colleges and universities that are out there to consider. This session will offer advice on how to create a thoughtful and intentional list of institutions that are a great fit for YOU!
College Application Basics
Saturday, February 8 | 2:30 - 3:15 p.m. EST
In this session we cover the fundamentals of applying to college. Discussion topics include: types of applications, application timelines, common application materials, and additional resources.
College Essay Writing
Saturday, February 15 | 1 - 1:45 p.m. EST
Learn the who, what, and why of college admission essays along with tips for putting your best foot forward in writing.
College Admissions Mythbusting Panel
Saturday, February 15 | 2:30 - 3:15 p.m. EST
What are the realities of the college admission process? What is important for me to know, and what can I ignore? This session will differentiate the myths and half-truths from the realities of applying to college. Davidson students and admission staff members will serve on a panel to offer a variety of perspectives and allow you to ask tough questions of those that have recently applied to college and those that review applications.
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.