MENU About Home About Distinctly Davidson We don’t just prepare students for the world, we prepare them to make it better. Davidson's primary purpose is to help students develop humane instincts and disciplined, creative minds for lives of leadership and service in an interconnected and rapidly changing world. Discover What Makes Us Distinctly Davidson 1,983 enrolled students 15 average class size at Davidson 21 men's and women's NCAA Division I sports teams All Fast Facts Davidson's Purpose Davidson's Statement of Purpose drives everything we do. We believe that a Davidson education fosters humane instincts and disciplined and creative minds. We believe students flourish in our distinctively supportive community, where peers and mentors act with integrity and practice academic rigor. We believe education should not be tethered to economic circumstance. We strive to create an environment where each student lives this experience. Read the Statement of Purpose Curious, Passionate and Kind The Davidson Community At Davidson College, you will be surrounded by an inclusive community of scholars who are smart, driven and kind. It is a community that encourages critical thinking, dignifies hard work, and cultivates enduring relationships. The heart of our community is our campus, which serves as home to 95 percent of our students. Our students explore their curiosities and passions in and outside of the classroom. Guided by a vital Honor Code, our community prides itself on respect and trust. Explore Our Majors and Programs Find your passion. Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion We welcome you. The Davidson Trust Making education financially accessible. The Honor Code The cornerstone of our community. History & Traditions Established in 1837 by Presbyterians of North Carolina, Davidson is a liberal arts college with a rich history and heritage. We've preserved the traditions that make the Davidson experience unique, while evolving to meet the needs of learners in an interconnected and rapidly changing world. Examine Davidson's History and Traditions Our Campus, Our Town & Our Surroundings Imagine Yourself Here Our students live with, hang out with, and share experiences with fellow students who have different backgrounds, beliefs and perspectives. They build relationships with engaged and inspiring professors who are leaders in their fields of study, all in a place worthy of its own acclaim. With beautiful greenery and a vibrant downtown, Davidson provides an intimate setting just a short drive from Charlotte—North Carolina’s largest city. Brick walkways and towering trees line our campus, while the Lake Campus, located on the largest man-made lake in North Carolina, offers recreational activities for the entire college community. Plan a Visit Experience our campus and life at Davidson. Campus and Surroundings Learn more about campus, our town and Charlotte. Maps and Directions Use our interactive map and find directions. Lake Campus Explore the campus entirely focused on fun. Campus Spaces Where we study, work and play. Resources and Support Connect with the right people. Athletics at Davidson Davidson students are skilled in the classroom, on the court and on the field. More than 25 percent of our students are varsity athletes, and 60 percent of our students participate in intramural and club sports. Our scholar-athletes compete in NCAA Division 1 athletics in 21 varsity sports with support from a Wildcat coaching staff that is just as committed to Davidson's educational mission as they are to its athletic success. Davidson Athletics College Leadership Jointly, the board of trustees, our college president, and senior leaders across campus lead Davidson into the future—ensuring that it remains true to its commitments and purpose. 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