Hey fam, I've been stressing about college apps, and I learned about the Common HBCU Application. For anyone who’s used it, is it a time-saver compared to applying to each HBCU separately? And does it work like the Common App where one application goes to multiple schools?
Hey there! Absolutely, the Common HBCU Application can be a real time-saver. It's pretty similar to the Common App in that it allows you to apply to multiple Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) with just one application. This means you won't have to manage multiple applications and sets of different questions for each school.
But it's important to note that while the main application is streamlined, individual schools may still have their own unique supplementary requirements or essays, like on the main Common App. So it’s a good idea to make a checklist of any additional materials you'll need for each school you're interested in.
Just be sure to double-check if all the HBCUs you're interested in are part of this platform, as not all may participate. If any of your colleges aren't on the Common HBCU Application, make sure you figure out what platform they do use early, so that you can start familiarizing yourself with that system and its requirements.
Best of luck with your applications!
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