Types COLLEGE APPLICATION
The Common App is a universal application that can be used to apply to multiple schools.
Over 1,000 colleges and universities in the U S accept the Common App.
Common App offers a free Toolkit that can help guide a student through their application process
Common App allows qualifying students to receive a fee waiver for their college applications.
The College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC) is a hub to assist NC students with applying to both colleges and scholarships.
Every October, CFNC hosts NC Countdown to College to assist Seniors with College Applications, RDS, and FAFSA. (link will be updated this summer)
CFNC requires the student to complete a separate application for each school they apply to. Via the CFNC Application Hub, select NC colleges will choose to waive their application fees during Free Application Week in October (dates will be announced over the summer).
Students must apply through CFNC (Not Common App or any other option) in order to apply for fre that week.
There are 7 Common App Prompts to choose from when a student writes their Personal Statement.
Students can include up to 10 Activities on their Activities Resume (for example: Crosby Scholars!)
Create your Common App account here!
Create your CFNC Account here!
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www.crosbyscholars.org
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The Common Black College App is a universal application that can be used to apply to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
65 HBCUs in the U.S. accept the Common Black College App.
View the CBCA FAQs here.
A student can apply to as many of the member institutions as they would like with one $20 application fee (this fee cannot be waived).
A student cannot submit essays, test scores or letters of recommendation via CBCA. The student must send those materials to the school outside of the application if they want them to be considered.
A student must rank their top 4 colleges when applying via the CBCA.
Create your Common Black College App Account here!
The Coalition App with Scoir is a universal application that can be used to apply to multiple schools.
150+ Colleges accept the Coalition App.
The Coalition App aims to:
create space for students to collaborate with mentors while applying to college.
Create your Scoir Account Here!
allow students to begin their applications years in advance.
ensure students find an accessible college experience.
Coalition App allows qualifying students to receive a fee waiver for their college applications.
There are 6 Coalition App Prompts to choose from when a student writes their Personal Statement.
Students can include up to 10 Activities on their Activities Resume (for example: Crosby Scholars!).
seniorprogram@crosbyscholars.org
@CrosbyScholars
www.crosbyscholars.org
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NC Schools that require students to apply through their website only:
Click on any of the schools below to find their application!
Bennett College
Carolina University
Livingstone College
Mars Hill University
Saint Augustine's University
UNC School of the Arts (UNCSA)
Still unsure of which type to use?
Click on the link below for more information
Guide to Choosing Your Application Type
seniorprogram@crosbyscholars.org
@CrosbyScholars
www.crosbyscholars.org
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