Prospective Families
Since 1999, the Davidson Institute has supported profoundly gifted students and their families so that the nation's brightest youth can thrive.

Is My Child Gifted?
Determining whether or not your child is gifted is no easy task. We're here to help you get started.
Recognizing Giftedness
Because being gifted doesn't always mean high-achieving, it is important for parents and educators to learn about who these gifted children are to nurture their abilities.

Gifted Testing and Assessment
When a parent suspects their child is gifted, there are many follow-up questions and concerns around the gifted identification process.
We take a holistic approach to giftedness
Education Options and Support
Find out how to weigh the right educational fit for your child.
Social and Emotional Resources
Learn about how giftedness affects other areas of development.
And More
Additional information and ideas are available in our gifted blog.
Apply to a Davidson Gifted Program Today
Our gifted programs help ensure that our nation’s profoundly gifted youth have the opportunity to excel in a supportive environment
Tips for Parents: Debunking the Myth of the Ideal College Applicant
The following article shares highlights and insights from one of…

Twice-Exceptional Schools: Understanding the Characteristics & Benefits
Twice-exceptional, also known as “2e”, students are intellectually gifted individuals…

Personality, Gender, and School Behaviors
The following article written by Deborah L. Ruf, Ph.D. highlights…

2023 Davidson Fellows – Leveraging Science & Engineering Innovation to Better the Environment
The Fellows Scholarship awards $50,000, $25,000 and $10,000 scholarships to extraordinary young…
