The Davidson College Curry Scholars
Davidson College, in partnership with College Track and the Oakland Unified School District, established The Davidson College Curry Scholars Program in the spring of 2026.
This program is designed to attract and enroll exceptional young scholars at Davidson from the Bay Area, with an emphasis on Oakland. This initiative aligns with Stephen and Ayesha Curry’s commitment to improving opportunities for Oakland youth through the Eat. Learn. Play. Foundation. The Davidson College Curry Scholars Program will serve as a natural extension of that mission, offering talented students access to a transformative education at one of the nation’s premier liberal arts institutions.
The Process
Students identified through the Interest Form will be invited to a College Track Fly-in during the week of August 24, where they will have the opportunity to explore Davidson’s campus, connect with current Davidson students and staff, and learn more about the partnership.
The Scholarship
The DCCSP Scholarship includes:
Tuition & Fees
Housing
Meals
Books
One-time computer allowance
An April trip to Davidson's campus for an Admitted Student Day for each Scholar and a guest (parent, guardian or mentor)
A summer send-off reception in Oakland, prior to Davidson's First Year Orientation
Critical Dates
July: Interest form becomes available
August 7: Registration deadline for College Track's summer fly-in program
September 21: Common App and CSS Profile are due
By October 8: Finalists are notified
October 12: Finalists accept invitation to interview
October 20: Scholarship Selection Day in Oakland
October 30: Winners confirm enrollment to Davidson via deposit
Davidson changed my life. It’s where I figured out who I was, not just as a basketball player, but as a person. Being able to create this opportunity for students from the Bay Area means everything to me. I know what that experience can unlock when you’re given the chance to step into a place like Davidson, to grow, to be challenged and to see what’s possible for your future. This is about opening that door for the next generation and making sure they have the support to walk through it.
Interested in being considered for the Davidson College Curry Scholars Program (DCCSP) for Davidson College's Class of 2031? Please be in touch with your College Track counselor.
For questions about Davidson, please connect with your regional admission counselor, Kyle Dembart, at kydembart@davidson.edu.