What is Comm App?

I saw a post about someone mentioning 'Comm App' and now I'm curious. What does it stand for and is it something I need to know about for college applications?

Comm App stands for the Common Application, which is an online platform that streamlines the college application process for students and participating colleges. Over 900 colleges and universities in the US and abroad accept the Common Application, making it easier for students to apply to multiple schools using a single application.

When using the Common Application, you will need to fill out a general form with your personal information, academic history, and extracurricular activities. In addition, you will write a personal statement based on one of the provided prompts. Once you've completed these sections, you can select the colleges to which you want to send your application. Each college may have its own supplemental questions or essays, which you will need to answer on a school-specific basis.

The Common Application can be especially helpful if you are applying to multiple colleges, as it simplifies the process by allowing you to submit the same basic information to multiple institutions. Keep in mind, however, that not all colleges use the Common Application – some may require their own applications or use other platforms like the Coalition Application.