The Common Application, or Common App, is a popular platform for high school and transfer students to apply to multiple colleges and universities at once. However, the application process can be overwhelming for first-time users. Fortunately, the Common App provides a variety of video guides to help students navigate the process.

The following videos are great resources for students applying through the Common App:

Common App application walkthrough:

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This video provides a step-by-step guide to the entire application process, helping students understand each section and providing tips along the way.

Submitting your first year college applications:

This video focuses specifically on first-year college students, covering important topics such as the Common App essay, letters of recommendation, and application deadlines.

Video guide about transfer applicants:

Transfer students can benefit from this video, which discusses unique challenges such as transferring credits and meeting different application requirements.

Video guide about MyColleges tab:

This video covers the MyColleges tab, a critical feature of the Common App that allows students to track their progress and manage their applications.

Most frequently asked questions about Common App:

Lastly, this video addresses some of the most common questions students have about the Common App, offering valuable insights and solutions to common problems.