The Writing section of the Common Application has a section called "Additional Information." This is an opportunity to share details that don’t easily fit elsewhere.

Once you've written the main essay for the Common Application, you'll want to check if a school has additional supplemental essays.

The Common Application main essay is your chance to show colleges who you are beyond grades, test scores and the Activity List. It’s your chance to really stand out.

The Common Application activities list is the best place to start your applications.

Talk to students and recent alumni for an inside view on what a college is really like.

Create a summer plan for working on college applications.

Writing thank you emails is a key part of the college application process.

Getting multiple college acceptances can feel like winning a prize. But the real challenge starts when you have to decide which school to attend. Here are some tips to help you pick the right school.

Here are tips to plan a college visit.

How to prepare for a video interview for college admissions.

Learn how "demonstrated interest" can boost your college application. Discover effective ways to show demonstrated interest and improve your chances.

Artificial intelligence is increasingly useful. But in the world of college applications, do not use AI to write or edit your application essays. Here are five reasons why you need to write these essays yourself.

Here's an overview of the college application process. The idea is to break the work into manageable steps.