Frequently Asked Questions
Access Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø 2025 will take place in mid-September 2025 and the deadline to apply will be in early August.
Who is eligible to be an Access Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø participant?
The programming is designed for high school seniors who will be the first in their family to attend college, students from rural or low-income backgrounds, and/or students who do not have the means to visit campus on their own (either because of geographic distance or financial stress).At this time, only students living and attending high school in the United States and Puerto Rico are eligible for consideration.
How do I apply for Access Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø?
To be considered for the program, you must complete the , and upload your high school transcript and senior year schedule.
When can I expect to hear a decision about my Access Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø application?
Students will be notified by the end of August.
How do I update my Access Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø application?
If your senior year schedule changes from the time of your application submission or you have other application updates, please contact admission@davidson.edu.
Are there any costs associated with applying and/or participating in Access Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø?
There is no cost to apply or participate in Access Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø. If selected, we cover the cost of your transportation to/from campus, meals while you are with us, and overnight accommodations.
If I am not selected for Access Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø, does that mean I wouldn’t be admitted to Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø?
The outcome of your Access Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø application does not impact your admission decision to Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø. In fact, we encourage you to still apply for admission! Every year, there are qualified applicants who we are unable to invite to participate in Access Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø simply because of space limitations.
If I am unable to participate or am not selected for Access Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø, are there other opportunities for a visit to Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø?
Those students who have not been on an official campus visit and who are not selected for the fall Access Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø program are eligible for later visit opportunities in conjunction with admitted student programming. Admission officers nominate competitive applicants for the spring Access Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø program as part of the application reading and evaluation process.
Who can I contact if I have more questions about the application process or program?
Please contact admission@davidson.edu with any additional questions.