The Common Application is a single platform where students can apply for most in and out of state 4 year colleges. While NC College Connect has many colleges, public NC Colleges like Chapel Hill and NC State still require the full Common Applicaiton. https://www.commonapp.org/

1. Create your profile: Your Common App profile is your chance to shine. It’s everything you want a college or university to know about you - from your academic coursework to your extracurricular activities.

2. Add colleges to your list: Now you get to decide what’s most important to you in a college or university. Search through the characteristics and add colleges that align with them.

3. Gather requirements:

Once you’ve decided where you want to apply, make a checklist of everything required. Each college and university is different, so make sure you stay on top of their application requirements.

4. Submit applications:

Be sure to take a moment to celebrate this huge accomplishment! And remember to finish the academic year on a high note, apply for financial aid and prepare for the future.