Get connected with everything you need to apply to college, research financial aid and scholarships, and get advice from counselors, advisors and mentors.

Search more than 1,000 member colleges and universities using Common App, including community colleges (as of January 2025). See application requirements, access virtual tours, learn about academic programs, testing policies, and student experience on campus.

Each year, more than 1 million students apply to more than 1,000 Common App member colleges worldwide through our online college application platform. Learn more about applying through our first-year application by following our step-by-step guide below.

Each year, more than 1 million students, a third of whom are first-generation, apply to more than 1,000 colleges and universities worldwide through Common App’s online application.

2024年6月7日 · Learn how to apply to online college quickly and conveniently, and get a decision fast. Plan ahead and explore tips for a stress-free application experience.

2024年1月2日 · Filling out an undergraduate application typically involves gathering documentation, taking standardized tests, writing essays and asking for letters of recommendation, among other steps. It’s...

2024年2月22日 · Get started on your college application process by finding schools you’re interested in. The College Board offers a tool that can help you find colleges by location, major, type, and campus lifestyle. Reach out to school counselors, and visit campuses if you can. Interested in online programs?

2024年1月31日 · Completing an application for an online college is nearly identical to the process of applying to a bricks-and-mortar campus, and there is much to learn about how you apply to college, admissions criteria, and application deadlines.

Everyone has questions about applying to college. Where do I start? How many should I apply to? What are all the steps? The resources below can help you get started on your college application journey. Applying to college is a big moment in your life. Here are some of the most common questions about the application process.

How do I apply for college online? Whether you go with Common App, Coalition, or directly through a college, you’ll be taken through the process step by step by the online application platform to see where to enter your information.