Why don t all colleges use and accept the Common Application?

While a huge number of universities use Common App, there are some that prefer other portals or have their own application system. Generally speaking, religiously-affiliated universities and military schools do not use Common App. A few public or state schools also prefer to use their own admissions application system.

Do all colleges use and accept the Common Application?

Not all schools accept the Common App. Colleges may require that you fill out their own application form or ask you to use another application system like ApplyTexas for Texas colleges. Add schools that interest you to the My Colleges list in your Common App account.

Do colleges prefer Common App or their own application?

Most colleges who offer their own application will also accept the Common Application. These colleges typically do not have a preference which application a student chooses to submit, though I recommend contacting each college individually to ask if the admissions office has a preference of application type.

What is the disadvantage of the Common Application?

Con: It's Easy to Overdo It

While over 700 institutions accept the Common App, it doesn't mean you should apply to all of them. It's easy to forget this though and get caught up in the ease of applying to several schools at once.

Why can't i submit my college application on Common App?

Information. If you cannot submit your application, check to make sure you are applying for a current start term and decision plan. For example, if the Early Action deadline has passed, you cannot apply for Early Action.

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Which colleges do not accept Common App?

Are some colleges not on Common App?

Religiously affiliated colleges and universities tend not to accept the Common Application. Some public universities don't accept the Common Application—and are likely to use the Coalition Application instead. Some colleges with a more STEM or technical focus—like MIT—choose not to accept the Common Application.

Is it better to use Common App or apply directly?

A: The Common App is a powerful tool, so use it!

Even more helpful, you can fill out The Common Application once and send it to any of the 456 Common App schools. This is a huge time saver. Don't be afraid that colleges will pay less attention to The Common App than their own application—they won't.

Is it better to submit through Common App?

While these two systems maintain some popularity, the wide variety of essay prompts provided by the Common App and the vast number of schools that accept it make the Common App the preferable option for most first-year applicants.

Do most colleges use the Common App?

No, not all colleges accept the Common Application. But, of the 3,982 degree-granting postsecondary institutions in the US, over 1,000 colleges DO use this college application.

What is the alternative to the Common App?

The Coalition Application is much like the Common App in that it's a central college application where students can submit one main application to a number of different colleges that utilize the platform.

Do colleges see your Common App?

Please note that Common App is a not-for-profit organization based in the U.S. Any personal information you provide or we collect is transmitted to, and stored in, the U.S., and will also be shared with our member Colleges and Universities, at your direction, including in countries where laws may be less protective of ...

How many colleges should you apply too?

In general, most students apply to between 8 and 12 colleges. This is a good range to aim for, provided that the applications you submit represent a broad variety of colleges. Ideally, you want to apply to at least two safety, four target, and two reach schools.

Why isn t UCLA on Common App?

Unfortunately for applicants, the University of California does not host applications on the Common App or the Coalition App. California has always done things its own way, like going test blind for the foreseeable future, so it isn't surprising that the California state schools have a different application system.

Does UCLA use Common App?

The UCLA application is available to hopeful applicants via the UCLA application portal, UC Apply. That means that UCLA does not accept the Common Application.

Does Harvard use Common App?

For all first-year and transfer applicants, your first step will be to fill out and submit an application. You can do so through the Common Application or the Coalition Application - Powered by Scoir.

Do I submit my transcript on Common App?

Most colleges/universities ask applicants to send transcripts directly to the campus and to Common Application portal. Make sure you carefully read and follow the application instructions for every separate campus you're applying to.

How many essays are required for Common App?

Write only one essay (plus any supplements).

You'll submit one essay through the Common Application for all your schools. Some colleges may ask you to also answer a few supplemental questions. Check out the Common App essay prompts now so you can start strategizing!

Are transcripts submitted through Common App?

Information. All Common App colleges agree to accept online recommendations submitted via the Common App recommender system. Anything you upload, including transcripts, is considered official upon submission.

Do Common App recommendations go to every college?

Important note: The Common App for recommenders is a one-and-done process. That means that once you submit a form, it's sent to all the colleges you're assigned to. That's why it's important not to customize your forms for a specific institution.

Do colleges prefer Common App or coalition?

Colleges and universities that accept both do not prefer one over the other, so it's completely up to you. Another consideration is access to financial aid. Remember that the Coalition Application specifically partners with schools that provide generous financial aid packages and/or low-cost tuition.

Does UT Austin prefer Common App or apply Texas?

Application. We recommend using the Common App to apply, but you can also apply using the Apply Texas application.

Does Common App cost money?

Almost half of all Common App colleges do not charge an application fee. You can use the application fee search filters in the College Search tab to find those schools. Many colleges also offer a college-specific fee waiver.

Do all colleges accept Common App fee waiver?

No, not all colleges accept application fee waivers.

Can applying to too many colleges hurt your chances?

The College Board recommends that high school seniors narrow down their application list to five to eight schools. It's okay to stray a little outside this range, but as a general rule of thumb you should aim to reach those numbers because sending more than ten applications can have drastic consequences.