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Learn about our Editorial Process Updated on September 20, 2017 Davis & Elkins College Admissions Overview: Davis & Elkins College has an acceptance rate of 50%, and it has a somewhat selective admissions process. Students will typically need grades and standardized test scores that are average or better. To apply, students will need to submit an online application, scores from the SAT or ACT, and high school transcripts. Check out the school's website for more requirements and to schedule a campus visit. Admissions Data (2016): Percent of Applicants Admitted: 50% Test Scores -- 25th / 75th Percentile SAT Critical Reading: 420 / 530 SAT Math: 440 / 530 SAT Writing: - / - What these SAT numbers mean ACT Composite: 17 / 23 ACT English: 16 / 23 ACT Math: 16 / 22 What these ACT numbers mean Davis & Elkins College Description: Davis & Elkins College is a four-year, private college located in Elkins, West Virginia. Elkins, a town of about 8,000, has a strong arts and music presence, with several music festivals throughout the year.Also called D&E, the college was founded in 1904 and is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church. The small college supports its roughly 800 students with a healthy student/faculty ratio of 12 to 1. D&E offers a variety of bachelor’s, associates, and pre-professional programs across a host of academic subjects. These subjects include Accounting, Education, English, Nursing, and Criminology. Pre-professional programs include Pre-Dental, Pre-Law, and Pre-Veterinary studies. Students can also design their own major, by establishing interdisciplinary tracks. For student involvement outside of the classroom, D&E is home to 35 student clubs and organizations including one national fraternity. There are several academic groups, athletic/recreation organizations, and fine art, music, and dance clubs. The Department of Fine and Performing Arts and the Augusta Heritage Center are a big part of campus life, bringing music and entertainment to D&E students. The center offers week-long (and longer) courses in such areas as Swing, Bluegrass, Irish, Cajun, and early American music. On the athletic front, the D&E Senators compete at the intercollegiate level in the NCAA Division II Great Midwest Athletic Conference (G-MAC) with sports including men’s and women’s swimming, tennis, and soccer. Enrollment (2016): Total Enrollment: 805 (all undergraduates)Gender Breakdown: 41% Male / 59% Female96% Full-time Costs (2016 - 17): Tuition and Fees: $28,842 Books: $1,250 (why so much?) Room and Board: $9,800 Other Expenses: $2,858 Total Cost: $42,750 Davis & Elkins College Financial Aid (2015 - 16): Percentage of New Students Receiving Aid: 99%Percentage of New Students Receiving Types of AidGrants: 99%Loans: 75%Average Amount of AidGrants: $20,741Loans: $6,659 Academic Programs: Most Popular Majors: Business Administration, Criminology, Elementary Education, Exercise Science, History, Physical Education, Psychology Transfer, Graduation and Retention Rates: First Year Student Retention (full-time students): 66%Transfer Out Rate: 18%4-Year Graduation Rate: 32%6-Year Graduation Rate: 45% Intercollegiate Athletic Programs: Men's Sports: Baseball, Soccer, Track and Field, Cross Country, Tennis, Basketball, GolfWomen's Sports: Basketball, Volleyball, Cross Country, Soccer Softball, Track and Field, Swimming Data Source: National Center for Educational Statistics If You Like Davis & Elkins College, You May Also Like These Schools: West Virginia University: Profile | GPA-SAT-ACT Graph Roanoke College: Profile | GPA-SAT-ACT Graph Bridgewater College: Profile Bluefield State College: Profile James Madison University: Profile | GPA-SAT-ACT Graph Marietta College: Profile Marshall University: Profile | GPA-SAT-ACT Graph Bethany College: Profile Cite this Article Format mla apa chicago Your Citation Grove, Allen. 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