Common App streamlines college applications for over 1,000 schools, saving time, tracking deadlines, and supporting students, counselors, and recommenders.

Search more than 1,000 member colleges and universities using Common App, including community colleges (as of January 2025). See application requirements, access virtual tours, learn about academic programs, testing policies, and student experience on campus.

Each year, more than 1 million students apply to more than 1,000 Common App member colleges worldwide through our online college application platform. Learn more about applying through our first-year application by following our step-by-step guide below.

Common App is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to access, equity, and integrity in the college admission process. Each year, more than 1 million students, a third of whom are first-generation, apply to more than 1,000 colleges and universities worldwide through Common App’s online application.

Discover 1,000+ colleges that accept Common App. Find application requirements, deadlines, virtual tours, and information on academics and campus life.

Common App, a non-profit organization, simplifies the college application process, allowing students to apply to more than 1,000 schools through one platform.

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Aug 15, 2024 · First-year applications increased from 8,568,584 in 2022–23 to 9,472,240 in 2023–24, an increase of 11%, as illustrated in Figure 5. Applications steadily increased throughout the ten-year period and increased more sharply after 2019–20. Figure 6 illustrates that applications per applicant increased 4%

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Whether you're applying to transfer from another 4-year institution or community college or looking to continue your path towards a degree by re-enrolling, Common App for transfer can help you get to where you want to be.