Nomination and Selection

Davidson invites high schools from across the country to nominate outstanding students with extraordinary potential to compete for the John Montgomery Belk Scholarship.

A candidate's record and recommendations must demonstrate purposeful engagement in the classroom, with student and civic organizations, on the athletic field, or in the arts. While academic achievement is paramount, Belk Scholars also exhibit intellectual curiosity and a commitment to both their local and global communities.

Nomination and Selection Process

Guidance counselors, heads of school, or principals may nominate one candidate from each school.

The Davidson College Office of Admission may also nominate candidates based on the strength of the student's application for admission.

November 15
Nominations must be made by this date by completing the nomination form and submitting the required documentation (recommendation letter, transcript, and school profile) to the Office of Admission and Financial Aid.

December 1
Application completion deadline for nominees.

Application by this deadline does not indicate a commitment to Early Decision.

February
Phone interviews will be conducted with semifinalists selected from the nominee pool.

March 25-27, 2010
Finalists will visit Davidson for Belk Scholars Weekend to participate in interviews conducted by a selection committee composed of members of the Belk family, Davidson faculty and administrators, and current and past Belk Scholars.

April 5
Up to 5 John Montgomery Belk Scholars will be selected.

For additional information, please contact:
Ms. Gardner Roller Ligo
Director of Merit Programs
Davidson College
704-894-2970