Davidson College (Davidson, NC)
Davidson College (Davidson, NC)
Davidson College is a private, liberal arts college located on a 665-acre campus in Davidson, North Carolina, just north of Charlotte. Opened in 1837 by local Presbyterians, the college’s goal, both then and now, has always been to teach openness and respect for all people and religions. Affirming high ethical principles, as well as high academic standards, the college has produced 23 Rhodes Scholars.
Originally an all-men’s college, Davidson switched to the coeducational model in 1973. The college currently maintains a 10-to-one student-to-faculty ratio, while 90 percent of classes have under 30 students enrolled. There are currently 25 majors available, but students are highly encouraged to design their own and personalize their education to their needs and interests.
All students are required to adhere to a strict honor code and any infraction is cause for expulsion. In 2007, Davidson became the first liberal arts college to meet the financial need of all its students through grants, student work-study, and parental contributions, allowing students to avoid any student loan debt.
Newsweek named Davidson the #3 Most Rigorous college in the United States and, based on the quality of the education provided, bestowed upon it the coveted title of “New Ivy.” U.S. News & World Report has continually given the college a spot on their list of the Top Ten Best Liberal Arts Colleges in the country.
Davidson College is by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.