Overall Davidson College Acceptance Rate
Accepted Applicants Profile
- SAT Scores: 1260 - 1440
- ACT Scores: 29 - 32
- Average GPA: 3.9
How Hard Is It to Get into Davidson College
Applicant Selectivity: Highly Selective
The selectivity of applicants for undergraduate admissions to Davidson is considered highly selective. Many accepted applicants score in the top-range on the SAT or ACT exam, as well as having a solid high school GPA and number of college prep courses.
How Does Davidson College Compare to Other Liberal Arts Colleges in NC
Nearby College Acceptance Rates
| School | Acceptance Rate |
|---|---|
| Bennett College | 95% |
| Brevard College | 41% |
| Guilford College | 63% |
| University of North Carolina at Asheville | 79% |
| Warren Wilson College | 84% |
Admissions Requirements
General Recommendations & Requirements for Admissions
Students can apply online directly with the Davidson Application or with the Common or Coalition applications. Students can also apply by mailing a printed application to the college. This application can be downloaded as a PDF from the Davidson College website.
Incoming students are assessed on the difficulty and ambitiousness of their high school coursework, with special emphasis placed on writing ability, personal impact and character, leadership skills and standardized test scores. High school transcripts showing good grades in challenging areas of study are the most important factor considered in an application.
Number of Applicants, Percent Admitted, and Enrolled Students
| Total | Men | Women | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applicants: | 5382 | 46% | 54% |
| Admitted: | 22 | 23% | 21% |
| Enrolled: | 43 | 46% | 40% |
Average Standardized Test Scores
| SAT Section | Score Range |
|---|---|
| Critical Reading | 630 - 720 |
| Math | 630 - 720 |
| Total Score: | 1260 - 1440 |
| ACT Section | Score Range |
|---|---|
| Composite Score: | 29 - 32 |
