The Common Application

Understanding the Common Application

The Common Application is how you'll apply to almost every private college in the United States, along with most non-CA public colleges.

Getting Started

Set up the Common App

Common App Homepage

Visit The Common Application's Website (opens in a new tab) to create your account.

Add your colleges


Click on the "College Search" tab and add the colleges in your college list.

Fill out the Common App

Apply to Each College

The "My Colleges" tab allows you to manage your colleges and view their requirements and deadlines.