Fast Facts
We don't just prepare students for the world, we prepare them to make it better.
Founded in 1837
Davidson, NC
2,073 StudentsFigures as of fall 2026 unless otherwise noted.
Affordability
100%
of Calculated Financial Need is Met
Ranked among America's most selective colleges, Davidson is one of about two dozen colleges and universities in the country that will admit you without looking at what you can pay, covers the bills beyond your family's calculated contribution, and does so without putting loans in your financial aid package.
At a Glance
16
Average Class Size
21
NCAA Division I Sports
8:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
74+
Majors, Minors & Programs
Enrollment
The College
Established in 1837, Davidson is a liberal arts college dedicated to cultivating humane instincts and disciplined, creative minds. We are governed by an Honor Code that sets the tone for our academic and residential community.
Academics
38
Majors
40+
Minors & Programs
15
interdisciplinary minors
5
preprofessional programs, including prelaw and premedicine
100%
of classes taught by faculty
95%
of faculty have the highest degree offered in their field
Beyond the Classroom
19 miles from campus to Charlotte, NC
25% of students are Division I scholar-athletes
78% participate in an international experience, such as education abroad, research and volunteering
72% participate in research or internships
90% participate in some type of community work during the academic year
200+
Student Activities & Organizations
After Davidson
One-on-one advising and professionalization workshops, focusing on technical and soft-skill development, are combined with opportunities for immersive, experiential learning to jump-start the student-to-career journey.
24
Rhodes Scholars
60+
National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship recipients
68%
of 2025 grads were employed six months after graduation
27%
of 2025 grads were enrolled in continuing education six months after graduation
Career outcomes data reflects a knowledge rate of 89% for the Class of 2025. Knowledge rate refers to the percentage of graduates for whom information on their first-destination career outcomes has been obtained.