Davidson College Top Questions

too hard. professors are out to show how much smarter they are than you. i have learned a lot, and established connections to good jobs, so its worth it. but at the same time, i don't need a 2.8 on the resume

Academics are rigerous at Davidson. They don't give out too many A's. You have to work really hard.

Lots of work but professors are pretty understanding. The honor code is really great when in comes to work because professors are more likely to give extensions on papers and assignments. The libral arts philosophy is very strong here. Education is all about the experience and well roundedness. Some feel unprepared for the "real world" coming out of Davidson because we don't specialize, but employers and grad schools often say that Davidson students enter the work force knowing how to work and learn, they just need to be taught. Grad deflation is a bitch, so don't expect a stellar GPA, but besides the work load, I feel enlightened being here.

small class size makes for intimate learning setting; professors know you as a student and as an individual; it's not uncommon for students to stay in the library until closing time on friday or saturday nights; the history department is very good, but you have to pick classes by the professor, not by the subject, which is unfortunate; the academic requirements are rigorous and challenging, but worth it; I feel so much smarter now.

Proffessors know your name. But, students are studying all the time. You will always have work to do. You will have sooooo much. The religion department is one of the best, in my opinion. The best class I have taken was Classical Budhism, it really made me see the world in a different light.

Students generally do schoolwork everyday, and on weeknights, the library is the social center of campus. Students are competitive with themselves moreso with others. Professors are incredibly helpful, and will go out of their way to help you succeed. In some courses, discussion of assigned reading takes place even before the professor arrives, because students are so enthusiastic about the subject matter.

Tough! Professors are amazing though. They know my name. They invite us over to their houses for dinner. They love to talk during office hours. Students are all about helping each other out.

most professors know my name, a few dont... students study pretty much all the time and they are very competitive

small classes- lot's of participation (easy to tell when someone misses) Lot's of intellectual discussion outside of class Very unique options for classes such as "writing about drama," or "world musics"

At Davidson studying is the main priority for its students. Everyone works very hard, I feel in a non-competitive way, surrounded by professors that truly care about their students and are completely approachable and incredibly knowledgable.