The Common Application is a universal application used at over 1000 member colleges.

CLICK HERE for Common Application Guide for First Year Students : this resource contains useful information on creating your account, inviting recommenders, essay and other writing requirements, etc.

• Video: Overview of the Common App (Zoom session for juniors on May 21, 2021)

• Video: What Is the Common App?

• Video: The My Colleges Tab

Common Questions about the Common App

• Fast Facts for College Apps information about Prospect and your graduating class that you will enter

• Account Rollover - August 1: What Rolls Over

• How to Report Dual Credit Courses

• Recommendations:

  • Video: How to Find Recommendation Requirements in the Common App

  • How to Assign Recommenders

  • Video: Inviting and Assigning Recommenders in the Common App

• Activities List

  • How to Write a Successful Common App Activities List

  • UPenn worksheet: Brainstorming activities to include. What gets my time and energy?

  • Prospect Activities Descriptions