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  • The Common App is a "common application" for over 1000 schools. Not all schools are a part of the Common App, but many are! 

  • Important Navigation Tips:

    • The Common App is how you apply to the schools that use the Common App.
    • Scoir is how your school supports your application — your app will be considered unfinished until your school sends your supporting documents!
    • Students must sync their Scoir & Common App accounts. To sync: 
      • Sync buttons are found in Scoir on the Profile page (bottom right)
      • Students will need to take a moment to understand FERPA, then sign FERPA in Common App.
      • Students will then need to select their anticipated start date (fall or spring) and admissions cycle (early action, regular, etc) — found in each college's General section.
    • Once synced, Common App will automatically update Scoir colleges. 
    • In the Common App...
      • The Common App tab houses sections that will be shared with all schools that you apply to through the Common App. Sections include:
        • Profile, Family, Education, Testing, Activities, Writing, and Courses/Grades
      • The My Colleges tab houses school-specific sections that include information on application fees, deadlines, and recommendation requirements.
        • This is where you'll find additional general questions and additional/supplemental essay or short response questions.
    • Some schools require you to submit additional information regarding a school-based Disciplinary Record. If this applies to you, it is recommended that you address this question thoroughly and with a lessons-learned mindset.