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Preview the Common App
Familiarize yourself with the Common App over the next few months so you are ready to get started when it goes live August 1.
May 6, 2026
Familiarize yourself with the Common App over the next few months so you are ready to get started when it goes live August 1.
If you’ve found the perfect match, applying to only one college might work. But if you haven’t, you should try applying to a well-selected list of schools.
Wondering if your student should drop an activity? Learn to prioritize high-impact extracurriculars over box-checking for Ivy League admissions success.
Learn about disclosing learning differences in the college application process.
Ready to hit that submit button? Wait just one minute and take the time to use the Common Application’s pdf preview option.
How do you choose a major? The economy is always shifting, and industries come and go. Perhaps it is best to choose a major that will build skills and knowledge and habits of mind that will serve you throughout your life.
Most college admission decisions are now delivered through online applicant portals rather than traditional mail. Learn more.
Any day now, students will begin to learn if they’ve gotten accepted early decision or early action to the college of their choice. It’s an exciting and nerve wracking time as students and parents wait to see what the colleges decide.
Helping your student choose the right college requires balancing academic fit, campus culture, and financial reality—and there’s no single “perfect” answer. The most effective approach