Hey there folks, struggling slightly with the technical aspects of the application process. I've heard a lot about the Common App, and my school uses Naviance as well. So, how exactly do I go about linking these two systems together? Any step-by-step guidance would be super appreciated.
Sure, I'd be happy to walk you through this process step by step.
1. To start, log into your Common App account: You first need to create a Common App account if you don't already have one. Make sure the email you use is the same as the one in your Naviance account.
2. Complete the 'Education' section: On your Common App dashboard, select one of your colleges. Then click on the 'Education' section and fill out all the required fields. You cannot complete the next step until this is done.
3. Navigate to 'Recommenders and FERPA': After you've completed the 'Education' section of your application, return to your dashboard. Select one of your colleges again, and click on 'Recommenders and FERPA'.
4. Review and sign FERPA Release Authorization: You will be able to find the FERPA agreement under the "FERPA Release Authorization" section. This is where you waive or don't waive your rights to access your recommendation letters after they are submitted. You will have to sign the agreement electronically.
5. Log into Naviance: Now switch over to Naviance. Log into your account, and click on the ‘Colleges’ tab followed by 'Colleges I'm Applying To'.
6. Match your Common App: There will be an option asking 'Have you completed a Common App?'. When you select 'match accounts', a pop-up will appear where you enter the email you use for Common App.
Remember, Common App and Naviance will only sync if you are applying to a school that uses the Common App. If you are applying to a school not on the Common App, you will need to manually update your Naviance. Additionally, it can take up to 72 hours for Naviance to sync with the Common App, so be sure to go through this process well in advance of any deadlines.
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