The Common App
The Common Application (aka "Common App") is a universal application used at over 1,000 member colleges.
Official Common App Support:
Your place to start for help with the Common App
Official Common App 2022-23 Application Walkthrough Video (No major changes for 2023-24)
TikTok Tutorials (courtesy of "Better Make Room")
Common App How To First-Year Applicant Tutorial Videos
Watch these videos to get help with completing the Common Application
How to Approach the Common App Essay
Writing Requirement by College (subject to change before each school year)
Hersey-specific Resources: Common Questions about the Common App
How to complete the Education section
Watch THIS VIDEO from Mr. Chiakulas about how to know if you need a letter of rec, how to add recommenders, and how to update you Preferred Admission Plan
Fast Facts for College Apps information about Hersey and your graduating class that you will enter
Other Miscellaneous Common App Resources
AXS Companion to Common App 2022-23 (A resource out of Oregon State University. Very comprehensive!)
The 2023-24 Collegewise Guide to the Common App (Also very comprehensive!)
Common App Step-by-Step Guide (Not an official Common App resource)
College-Specific Application Information