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Kevin Smith, Chair & Herman Brown Professor of Biologyh-index 34
Conservation Biology Biodiversity Ecology Data Analysis Inclusive Pedagogy Background My teaching at Davidson focuses on general biology, conservation biology and biodiversity, and data analysis. My research focuses on analyzing biodiversit
Notable: “Using null models to disentangle variation in community dissimilarity from variation in α-diversity” (2011) · 1,005 citations
Chris Paradise, Chair of Environmental Studies; Professor of Biology and Environmental Studiesh-index 22
Community Ecology Insect Biology Effects of Urbanization on Insects Background As a teacher and ecologist, I want my students to understand the process of doing science, to appreciate the main concepts in biology, and to make connections be
Notable: “Identification and validation of multiple cell surface markers of clinical-grade adipose-derived mesenchymal stromal cells as novel release criteria for good manufacturing practice-compliant production” (2016) · 241 citations
Susana Wadgymar, Associate Professor of Biologyh-index 18
Plant Biology Evolutionary Ecology Environmental Change Background I am an evolutionary ecologist who studies the processes that promote or constrain adaptive evolution in plant systems, often in the context of informing conservation manage
Notable: “Climate change disrupts local adaptation and favours upslope migration” (2019) · 196 citations
Barbara Lom, Beverly F. Dolan Professor of Biologyh-index 17
Microscopy Neuroscience Developmental Biology Background I am a developmental neurobiologist interested generally by the ways organisms develop and specifically by the ways the nervous system forms. That a single cell, the fertilized egg, h
Notable: “Kinetics of bone cell organization and mineralization on materials with patterned surface chemistry” (1996) · 260 citations
Yan Zhuang, Associate Professor of Mathematics and Computer Scienceh-index 28
Enumerative Combinatorics Algebraic Combinatorics Background My research interests lie in the areas of enumerative combinatorics and algebraic combinatorics. Most of my work is in permutation enumeration and its connections to (quasi)symmet
Notable: “HPCC” (2019) · 594 citations
Tabitha Peck, Associate Professor of Mathematics and Computer Scienceh-index 20
Notable: “Putting yourself in the skin of a black avatar reduces implicit racial bias” (2013) · 946 citations
Laurie Heyer, Associate Dean for Data & Computing; Kimbrough Professor; Chair of Data Science and Genomicsh-index 15
Bioinformatics Data Analytics Mathematical Modeling Background I came to Davidson in 2000 after a postdoctoral position in the Center for Computational and Experimental Genomics at the University of Southern California. I received my B.S. a
Notable: “Exploring Expression Data: Identification and Analysis of Coexpressed Genes” (1999) · 1,038 citations
Michelle Kuchera, Keiser Family Associate Professor of Physics (joint appointment)h-index 13
Machine learning Nuclear physics Particle physics Background I am a computational physicist with research interests in deep learning, nuclear physics, particle physics, and algorithm development for data analysis. The focus of my research i
Mark Smith, Wayne M. & Carolyn A. Watson Professor of Psychologyh-index 43
Addiction Background My primary line of research focuses on the behavioral effects of opioids and cocaine, and identifying the variables contributing to differences in drug sensitivity across individuals. My research has shown that these va
Notable: “Exercise as a novel treatment for drug addiction: A neurobiological and stage-dependent hypothesis” (2013) · 373 citations
Julio Ramirez, R. Stuart Dickson Professor of Psychology; Director of Neuroscience Programh-index 21
The recovery of function after central nervous system injury, with an emphasis on determining the functional significance of hippocampal neuroplasticity. Recovery of function after central nervous system injury remains one of the gr
Notable: “Effects of ganglioside treatments on lesion‐induced behavioral impairments and sprouting in the CNS” (1984) · 80 citations
Jessica Good, Samuel E. and Mary West Thatcher Professor and Chair of Psychologyh-index 19
Broadly address stereotyping and discrimination, generally falling into two lines of research: 1) social identities and self-evaluations, and 2) experiences and perceptions of discrimination and prejudice. For example, I have published work
Notable: “The Effects of Gender Stereotypic and Counter-Stereotypic Textbook Images on Science Performance” (2010) · 265 citations
Phia Salter, Associate Professor of Psychologyh-index 17
Notable: “Racism in the Structure of Everyday Worlds: A Cultural-Psychological Perspective” (2017) · 300 citations
Mark Foley, Chair & Professor of Economicsh-index 10
Notable: “Determinants of Unemployment Duration in Russia” (1997) · 99 citations
Vikram Kumar, Professor of Economicsh-index 9
Macroeconomics International Finance Currency Crises History of Economic Thought Background I teach courses in macroeconomics and international trade and finance. My interests include international trade and finance, macroeconomic theory an
Notable: “Metaverse beyond the hype: Multidisciplinary perspectives on emerging challenges, opportunities, and agenda for research, practice and policy” (2022) · 2,585 citations
Caleb Stroup, Associate Professor of Economicsh-index 7
Mergers and Acquisitions Financial Economics Macroeconomics Background My academic expertise spans both financial economics and macroeconomics. In my research, I employ economic tools to examine how information influences decision-making in
Notable: “Entry and competition in takeover auctions” (2018) · 41 citations
Shyam Gouri Suresh, James W. Cannon Professor of Economics; Program Director of South Asian Studiesh-index 5
International Trade International Migration Macroeconomics Simulation Modeling Economics and Ethics Background I teach courses in macroeconomics, computational economics, international trade, migration and econometrics. After completin
Notable: “Income Segregation and Access to Healthy Food” (2020) · 23 citations
Ken Menkhaus, Professor of Political Science; Franco Director of Public Policy and Researchh-index 21
Africa Background I've taught political science at Davidson since 1991. My courses focus on international and comparative politics as well as the non-profit sector. My regional specialization is on the politics of the Horn of Africa. In 198
Notable: “Governance without Government in Somalia: Spoilers, State Building, and the Politics of Coping” (2007) · 670 citations
Brian J. Shaw, Richardson Professor of Political Scienceh-index 18
Political Philosophy Background I am a Professor of Political Science and a former chair of Davidson's Political Science Department, Humanities Program, and First-Year Writing Program. I have taught widely within the department and in these
Notable: “Perth, Western Australia” (2008) · 289 citations
Besir Ceka, Chair & Associate Professor of Political Scienceh-index 12
European Politics International Relations Background I teach courses in international relations and comparative politics with a particular focus on European politics. Prior to coming to Davidson, I was a Max Weber Fellow at the European Uni
Notable: “The loss of trust in the European Union during the great recession since 2007: The role of heuristics from the national political system” (2013) · 387 citations
Melody Crowder-Meyer, Associate Professor of Political Scienceh-index 12
American Politics Local Politics Candidate Emergence Survey Research Background I teach courses on American political behavior, including courses on public opinion, media, and women in American politics. I have been fascinated by politics a
Notable: “Gendered Recruitment without Trying: How Local Party Recruiters Affect Women's Representation” (2013) · 336 citations
Chris Paradise, Chair of Environmental Studies; Professor of Biology and Environmental Studies (joint appointment)h-index 22
Community Ecology Insect Biology Effects of Urbanization on Insects Background As a teacher and ecologist, I want my students to understand the process of doing science, to appreciate the main concepts in biology, and to make connections be
Notable: “Identification and validation of multiple cell surface markers of clinical-grade adipose-derived mesenchymal stromal cells as novel release criteria for good manufacturing practice-compliant production” (2016) · 241 citations
LeeAnna Chapman, Assistant Professor of the Practice in Environmental Studiesh-index 3
Microplastics Geoscience Education Geology Climate Science GIS Earth Systems Background I am a broad earth scientist with training in geoscience education, geology, climate science, GIS, and earth systems modeling. My current research focus
Notable: “Instructional Utility and Learning Efficacy of Common Active Learning Strategies” (2017) · 112 citations
Brad Johnson, Professor of Environmental Studies
Geomorphology and Soil Development Human Impacts on Landscapes Landslides Suburban Streams Landscape evolution Background I am a geologist, geomorphologist, and soil scientist here in the Environmental Studies Department at Davidson.
Fuji Lozada, Senior Associate Dean of the Faculty; Professor of Anthropology
China/East Asia Food Studies Science and Technology Studies Environmental Policy Digital Media Background My real name is Eriberto Patrick Lozada Jr.; Fuji is a nickname that I picked up in junior high school (and is the subject of an ethni
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About Davidson College. Davidson College in Davidson, NC reports an overall acceptance rate of 12.6%, an early-round acceptance rate of 27.4%, an SAT middle 50% of 1410–1530, a class size of 510, and a yield of 47.0% based on the most recent Common Data Set filings. Small LAC in North Carolina. Honor code tradition. Strong pre-med and sciences.
Admissions and cost data as of July 3, 2026 (CDS 2024–25 cycle), from the most recent Common Data Set, IPEDS, and College Scorecard.
Davidson College: key admissions facts
Davidson College's overall acceptance rate is 12.6% (the most recent Common Data Set). Davidson College's early-round acceptance rate is 27.4% (the most recent Common Data Set). Davidson College's SAT middle-50% range is 1410–1530 (the most recent Common Data Set). The average unweighted GPA of admitted students at Davidson College is about 3.86 (the most recent Common Data Set). Davidson College's yield rate (the share of admitted students who enroll) is 47.0% (the most recent Common Data Set). The average net price at Davidson College for families earning under $75,000 is about $7,933 per year (U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard/IPEDS data).
How much does Davidson College cost for a family earning $75,000?
A family earning under $30,000 pays about $6,645 per year in net price at Davidson College, while families earning over $110,000 pay about $38,975 (source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard/IPEDS data). A family earning $75,000 falls in the $48,001–$75,000 bracket and pays about $11,493 per year after grants and scholarships.
Davidson College: average annual net price by household income (most recent College Scorecard/IPEDS data)
Household income
Average net price per year
Under $30,000
$6,645
$30,001–$48,000
$5,662
$48,001–$75,000
$11,493
$75,001–$110,000
$19,070
Over $110,000
$38,975
Tuition (before aid)
$73,090
Room and board
$19,400
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Davidson College?
Davidson College's overall acceptance rate is 12.6%, based on the most recent Common Data Set. Its early-round (early decision or early action) acceptance rate is 27.4%.
What SAT score and GPA do you need for Davidson College?
Admitted students at Davidson College typically have an SAT middle-50% range of 1410–1530 and an average unweighted GPA of about 3.86, according to the most recent Common Data Set. These are the middle of the range, so scores above them strengthen an application.
Is it hard to get into Davidson College?
Getting into Davidson College is very difficult: it admits 12.6% of applicants. Your realistic odds depend on how your GPA and test scores compare to its middle-50% ranges and on your application round — you can estimate them with the free College Monte Carlo chances calculator.
Does Davidson College offer early decision or early action?
Davidson College offers early decision (binding) and early action (non-binding). Applying early can help: its early-round acceptance rate is 27.4%, versus 12.6% overall.
How much does Davidson College cost after financial aid?
The average net price at Davidson College — the real cost after grants and scholarships, not the sticker price — is about $7,933 per year for families earning under $75,000, based on U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard/IPEDS data. Higher-income families generally pay more; see the full net-price-by-income breakdown.
How much does Davidson College cost for a family earning $75,000?
A family earning under $30,000 pays about $6,645 per year in net price at Davidson College, while families earning over $110,000 pay about $38,975 (source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard/IPEDS data). A family earning $75,000 falls in the $48,001–$75,000 bracket and pays about $11,493 per year after grants and scholarships.