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Apply to Davidson

Getting started is easy. Choose one of two ways to apply.

First-year students, international students, and transfer applicants may use the Common Application or Coalition Application to apply. 

There is no application fee for non-U.S. citizens.

We consider a broad range of achievement, recognizing that excellence comes in many forms. Explore these pages to learn more about our admission policies, application checklist, requirements and important dates.

Common Application

Complete and submit the Common Application along with your $50 application fee. Complete and submit the Davidson Common Application Writing Supplement. Davidson requires submission of an online Peer Recommendation.

Coalition Application

Complete and submit the Coalition Application along with your $50 application fee. Davidson requires submission of an online Peer Recommendation.

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