Private Colleges

Private colleges and universities typically require an application, essays, test score reports, teacher recommendations, secondary school and/or mid-year reports, and possibly more.  Since requirements may vary, please visit the school's website for more detailed information. 

• Common Application - a uniform college application used to make the process much easier without having to complete individual college application forms (Log in to your CaliforniaColleges.edu account for quick access)

• Common App Schools - check the website to see the colleges that accept the Common Application

• Common Application Requirements Grid Sheet - lists out what is required for each Common App school

• AICCU - Association of Independent California Colleges and Universities

• Western Undergraduate Exchange Program - a program in which students who are residents of WICHE states may enroll at participating two- and four-year college programs outside of their home state at a reduced tuition rate.