Davidson Admission Intensives
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 Admission Intensive Schedule
All sessions are at 8 p.m. EDT unless otherwise noted.
Essay Writing 101: Mythbusting
Monday, October 9
Intended Audience: Juniors & Seniors
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.
Essay Writing 201: Brainstorming
Thursday, October 12
Intended Audience: Juniors & Seniors
This session is intended for seniors and continues the conversation from Essay Writing 101. However, this session will welcome you to participate in guided brainstorming and writing exercises that give you a chance to dig deeper into the writing process.
Leveraging Your Activities List and Supplemental Materials
Thursday, October 26
Intended Audience: Juniors & Seniors
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 the Activities List, Letters of Recommendation, and other supplemental application materials.
What to Do After You Hit Submit?
Thursday, November 9
Intended Audience: Juniors & Seniors
Hitting 'submit' on your college applications is a huge accomplishment, and it's important to celebrate it. But, there are still more steps to be taken after that. Learn how to stay proactive after you've submitted applications and hear advice on how to make the most of the time spent waiting to receive application decisions, including important next steps with your financial aid.
Attending High School Outside of the United States?
Join us for this additional session crafted specifically for you.
What to Do After You Hit Submit?
Thursday, November 9 at 9 a.m. EDT
Intended Audience: Juniors & Seniors attending high school outside of the United States
Hitting 'submit' on your college applications is a huge accomplishment, and it's important to celebrate it. But, there are still more steps to be taken after that. Learn how to stay proactive after you've submitted applications and hear advice on how to make the most of the time spent waiting to receive application decisions, including important next steps with your financial aid.
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In the News Expanding Access
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.