If you are new to the college application process and have a graduating senior, you'll want to visit the AXS Companion from Oregon State.
This resource is a free, online (open) resource designed by professionals to be used side-by-side with Common App as you work through your application. Each section includes explanatory videos, helpful tips, a glossary of application terms, and links to resources mentioned in the videos.
AXS is especially helpful for first-generation students and families new to the college application process. The tool is available in English and Spanish and has been shared with high school counselors across the nation.
One of the things that my students have found to be most useful is the tracker. There is a fun & colorful pencil graphic at the top of each page. This pencil shows how much progress the student has made filling out the application and includes the high points like: education, activities and the writing or essay portion.
All schools using the Common App have loaded their essays and supplemental essays and students can begin working on their application now. The AXS companion can be opened in a second device to be used alongside the Common App and includes a searchable contents, a vocabulary and terms resource as well as a search function for college majors.
If you have not created your Common App profile yet, I highly recommend class of 2025 seniors start there. Next, set up your AXS Companion and use it to get started filling out the sections of your Common App. The Common App autosaves information and you can return to complete at a later time...as many times as needed.
It is application season and some schools or special programs have already opened their early action/early decision windows. Keep in mind, the deadline for the majority of schools falls between October 15 and November 1 for early action. If you are wondering about your school, check the school admission website.
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