Overview
Elkins, WV Davis & Elkins College is a private, non-profit 4-year college located in Elkins, West Virginia. There are currently 644 undergraduates at Davis and Elkins and the school’s acceptance rate is 75%. The tuition at Davis and Elkins is $30,680.
Davis and Elkins is a Presbyterian school. That means that the administration is affiliated with the Presbyterian faith. Classes may be designed with religious principles in mind, or some schools may even incorporate prayer into their schedule. Other schools with a religious affiliation may not be as active in their incorporation of the faith. It's a good idea to ask an admissions officer or current student what role faith has at Davis and Elkins to help you make an educated decision.
Scholarships & Financial Aid
$45,357
$25,326
$20,031
Cost Breakdown
Estimated Cost:
$45,357for the 2023-2024 Academic Year
The sticker price at Davis and Elkins is $45,357. This sticker price includes costs for tuition, books and supplies, room and board, and other miscellaneous expenses.
It’s also important to note that the cost of attendance can vary from year to year and typically it will rise over your four years in college. With that said, your financial aid will also be recalculated every year to take any price increases, as well as any changes in your financial situation, into account.
College costs can look different for every student based on their financial situation. To get a more accurate picture of what tuition at Davis and Elkins would look like for you, try entering your financial information into their Net Price Calculator.
Davis & Elkins College Financial Aid
Students who are applying for financial aid at Davis & Elkins College need to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (or FAFSA). The FAFSA uses financial information from the prior, prior year which means that you don’t need to wait for the year to end and can use last year’s financial information.
The FAFSA code for Davis & Elkins College is 003811.
If you are looking for more information on how to complete the FAFSA, check out our How to Complete the FAFSA Guide.
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Pell Grants at Davis & Elkins College
46% of students at Davis & Elkins College receive Pell Grants, which are awarded to undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need (students who have a bachelor’s or professional degree are not eligible). Pell Grants are awarded by the federal government and do not need to be repaid. To apply for a Pell Grant, students will need to submit their FAFSA. If you are awarded a Pell Grant, you’ll see it listed in your financial aid award letter if you are accepted to Davis & Elkins College.
You can learn more about Pell Grant eligibility here.
Outside Scholarships
Davis and Elkins students can also apply for outside scholarships to fund their education. Outside scholarships are awards that are offered by private and non-profit organizations. If you want to see what outside scholarships you are eligible for, check out these resources:
Davis & Elkins College Financial Aid Resources
If you are looking for more information about financial aid and scholarships at Davis and Elkins or have questions that are specific to your personal situation, we recommend that you reach out directly to the financial aid office!
Here’s how you can get in touch:
Admissions
75%
Is Davis and Elkins test-optional?
Davis & Elkins College is test-optional, which means that it does not require applicants to submit their SAT or ACT scores. That means that some students will submit their test scores and others will not. If you choose not to submit your ACT or SAT score, the admissions officers will weigh your grades, extracurricular activities, essays, and interviews more heavily. If you are not sure whether you should submit your standardized test scores, our guide on submitting scores to test-optional schools can help.
Academics
Student/Faculty Ratio
10:1
Graduation Rate
48%
Popular Majors
Percent of Students
Health Professions & Related Programs
25%
25% of graduates
Business, Management, & Marketing
18%
18% of graduates
Parks, Recreation, Leisure, & Fitness Studies
12%
12% of graduates
Social Sciences
10%
10% of graduates
Psychology
9%
9% of graduates
Education
7%
7% of graduates
Biological & Biomedical Sciences
4%
4% of graduates
History
4%
4% of graduates
Visual & Performing Arts
3%
3% of graduates
Family & Consumer Sciences
1%
1% of graduates
English Language & Literature
1%
1% of graduates
Mathematics
1%
1% of graduates
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting & Related Protective Services
1%
1% of graduates
Natural Resources & Conservation
1%
1% of graduates
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies.
1%
1% of graduates
Student Body
Undergraduate Students
644
Pell Grant 45%
Undergrad Students Over 25 8%
Part-Time Undergrad Students 1%
Percent Male / Female 41% / 59%
Ethnic Diversity at Davis and Elkins
45% White
36% Unknown
8% International / Non-Citizen
5% Black
4% Hispanic
1% Asian / Pacific Islander
1% American Indian / Alaska Native
Student Outcomes
Graduate Income
$43,411
Median Debt $27,000
Debt 10 years after graduation $286
Graduation Rate 48%
What is the graduation rate at Davis & Elkins College?
48% of students who start at Davis & Elkins College end up finishing their degree within six years of enrolling. This is 10% less than the national median. A higher graduation rate indicates that students have better experiences at an institution.
How much do graduates of Davis & Elkins College go on to earn?
10 years after starting school at Davis & Elkins College, the median earnings among students who received federal financial aid was $43,411. This is $6,980 less than the national median.
Earnings can vary widely based on many factors other than school choice. Your major and career path can cause substantial changes in your income down the line. For more information, check out our article on the average starting salary out of college.
How much do students at Davis and Elkins take out in loans?
Graduates of Davis and Elkins have to take out a median of $27,000 in federal student loans. This is $13,500 more than the national median. As you make decisions about your college loans, it’s important to inform yourself on the advantages and disadvantages of each loan option. Our guide to navigating these different options is a great place to start.
Data Sources
We strive to provide users with the most up-to-date information and source data from publicly available sources, including the College Scorecard and directly from the colleges. College statistics can change throughout the year, but we do our best to update them as quickly as possible. If you see an error, feel free to contact us.
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