Complete the Common App with confidence—without wondering if you’re missing something important.
 
The Common App is more than an essay. How students present their activities, honors, academics, additional information, and experiences can shape how an admissions officer understands their entire application.
 
Created by Dr. Leah Beasley-Wojick, former college admissions officer and college admissions consultant with 20+ years of experience, this comprehensive, step-by-step toolkit walks students and parents through every non-essay section of the Common Application—with insider guidance on what colleges are actually looking for along the way.
 
Inside, you’ll learn how to:
Navigate each section of the Common App from start to submission
Build a stronger Activities & Experiences section
Present honors, academics, responsibilities, and additional information strategically
Avoid common mistakes that can weaken an otherwise strong application
Understand what admissions officers are looking for—and what they don't need
Keep the application process organized with practical tips and checklists
Help your student without taking over the application
 
PLUS: Includes a companion Parent Guide to help families support the process appropriately and know what to check before the application is submitted.