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Students! Always remember: #CollegeNeedsYou. And as it turns out, @KELLYROWLAND believes it too. You have so much to contribute to you future college community. This is only the beginning! #CollegeSigningDay
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To every student who submitted a college application this week - we are so proud of you! 🎉🎓🎉🎓🎉🎓
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Congratulations to the awesome @YaraShahidi on your college acceptances! You're a rockstar 💫 buff.ly/2paaVJm
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August 1 is here... so you know what that means... the 2018-2019 #CommonApp is live! 🎉🎉🎉
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To all the students receiving decision letters this week: no matter what decision you receive, we are proud of you! There is a journey ahead for each of you, and we can’t wait to see where it takes you. 💫
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We are aware that some Common App users are experiencing difficulties with submission. Our team is currently investigating the issue. Thank you so much for your patience.
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To all the students receiving decision letters this week: no matter what decision you receive, we are proud of you! There is a journey ahead for each of you, and we can’t wait to see where it takes you. ✨
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Happy #CommonApp Day! The 2017-2018 application is now available. 🎉
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It's #CelebrateFirstGen Day! To all first-generation students striving to be the first in their families to earn a college degree: there are many friends, teachers, classmates and, of course, family members cheering you on and are here to support you. We are all rooting for you!
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Challenging times demand thoughtful, yet radical change. That's why #CommonApp has announced the removal of the school discipline question from the common portion of the application beginning with the 2021-2022 application season. #JustCollege bit.ly/2GrylXS
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We are aware of the issues users are experiencing with Common App and we are taking steps to address the problem as quickly as possible.
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The 2020-2021 #CommonApp is now available. Happy #CommonAppDay!
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The 2021-2022 Common App is now available. Happy #CommonAppDay! 🎉
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Happy #NationalDecisionDay! To the students making final college decisions today, we wish you the best! And to those who helped them along the way, we cannot thank you enough. We can't wait to celebrate #CollegeSigningDay in Philadelphia tomorrow! @BetterMakeRoom
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Gravy: goes great with turkey. College app questions: not so much. Give the HS seniors in your life a break tomorrow. They'll be thankful.
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Proud to celebrate #NSCW19 alongside hard working #schoolcounselors everywhere. We appreciate you! 🎉
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We are so excited to announce that #CommonApp will unite with the incredible team at @ReachHigher, with the shared goal of inspiring a college-going culture, and supporting students' dreams of achieving a college degree. Welcome, @ReachHigher! bit.ly/2Omh84s
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The #CommonApp is now available! Get started on your applications by creating an account: apply.commonapp.org/createac….
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It’s National School Counseling Week! To counselors everywhere: a million thanks for all you do. #NSCW17 #CommonApp
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School counselors are such an important influence in the lives of so many students, and we're so grateful for the ongoing support you provide. Happy National School Counseling Week from your friends at #CommonApp! #NSCW19
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Happy #CommonApp Day! 🎉 The 2017-2018 application is now available. Check out what you can expect this year: buff.ly/2tZqIAR
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The 2018-2019 #CommonApp is officially live! Are you excited? We sure are - and so are our members! Check out the 800+ colleges and universities accepting the Common App this year! bit.ly/2M6wRjx
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Happy #CommonAppDay! Today kicks off an important journey for so many students pursuing their college dreams. The 2022-2023 Common App is now live! 🎉
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Happy #CommonAppDay! 🎉 The 2023-24 application is now live! Today's the day to start your college application journey. Visit apply.commonapp.org to create your Common App account and kickstart your future. We're here to support you every step of the way! #FutureBeginshere
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An update from Common App.
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The Common Application Announces 2017-2018 Essay Prompts | bit.ly/2lkOBKa #CommonApp
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To students everywhere receiving decision letters this week: no matter what, we are so proud of you! Keep up the good work. ~Your friends at Common App~
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We are aware that some users are experiencing issues using the Common App. Our team is actively investigating the issue and will provide more information once it becomes available. Thank you so much for your understanding.
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Happy National School Counseling Week! To the school counseling community: Thank you for your hard work and dedication to helping students succeed and dream big! #NSCW23 @ASCATweets
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“You listen. You believe in them. And because of you, our students believe in themselves.” @DrBiden. Thank you, counselors! #SCOY19 #ReachHigher
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#HelloAugust my old friend…. the 2018-2019 #CommonApp is officially live! Are you excited? We sure are - and so are our members! Check out the 800+ colleges and universities accepting the Common App this year! bit.ly/2M6wRjx
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ICYMI: Small changes can make a big difference. Removing the school disciplinary question from the #CommonApp is just the first step - one of many to help #EvolveTheApp and make college a reality for so many students. #JustCollege
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The 2018-2019 Common Application Essay Prompts: buff.ly/2DDuPGD
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The 2021-2022 #CommonApp essay prompts have been announced! Learn about the new prompt - a choice that can inspire impactful student stories, and spark a bit of joy. bit.ly/3asKBnr #scchat #collegeapps
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Having trouble starting your essay? Remember: your application tells your story. What do you want admission officers to know about you?
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If you submitted a college application in the last few days, or will submit in the days to come, we just want to take a moment to say we are incredibly proud of you! You are taking such important steps toward your future. And, who doesn't love a green checkmark? ✅
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Gravy: goes great with turkey. College app questions: not so much. Give the HS seniors in your life a break today. They'll be thankful.
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If you’ve already submitted your application, we just want to say…
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A huge congratulations to all the applicants who have submitted their college applications! From your biggest fans at #CommonApp. 🎉✅🎉✅🎉
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Have no fear - member colleges with a Jan 1 deadline will accept any app submitted on Jan 2. Sorry to keep you up a little later tonight!
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Happy #CollegeSigningDay from the #CommonApp team (from home!) 🎓
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We hope you won't wait until the last minute to submit your #CommonApp! But if you need every last moment to ensure your application is complete, remember that if your application is due on Nov. 1, you have until 11:59 PM your local time on Nov. 1 to submit. Good luck!
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The #CommonApp team is thrilled to once again celebrate #CollegeSigningDay and the incredible students who have already accomplished so much - and are destined for even more! We wish you all the best! #ReachHigher #BetterMakeRoom
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🚨 Deadline reminder!🚨 Lots of applications have deadlines approaching. If you have an application due, you have until 11:59 pm your local time on the day the application is due to submit your application. Good luck! #CommonApp
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To the students who have received admission decisions recently, remember - no matter what decision you receive, you have a great future ahead of you. Keep up the great work! We're rooting for you. Your biggest fans, #CommonApp
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Happy National School Counseling Week! The team at #CommonApp wants to thank each and every counselor for the unimaginable amount of work they dedicate daily to providing support to students. We are so grateful for all you do! #NSCW18
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The Common Application Welcomes New Members for 2018-2019: bit.ly/2GN5Qil
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Common App is proud to celebrate National School Counseling Week! In such an especially challenging time, we are so grateful to the nearly 110k school counselors who are "All In for All Students." We salute you - today and everyday! #NSCW21
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The 2016-2017 #CommonApp is now live: apply.commonapp.org.
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Did you know that 41% of colleges that accept the #CommonApp don't require a fee for first year students?
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If you are working toward a Nov. 1 deadline, you have until 11:59 pm on Nov. 1 to submit. But don't wait until the last minute! #CommonApp
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🚀 Less than two weeks to go until the 2018-2019 #CommonApp is live! 🚀 Check out some of the changes you can expect in the new application: bit.ly/2tI0WyX
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ICYMI: The #CommonApp essay prompts will remain unchanged for the 2018-2019 year! Remember: you don't necessarily have to complete your essay now, but this is a great time to start brainstorming with your counselors and advisors. bit.ly/2rXNmZL
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🚀 Less than two weeks to go until the 2018-2019 #CommonApp is live! 🚀 Check out some of the changes you can expect in the new application: bit.ly/2tI0WyX
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Seniors: regardless of the decision you received today, your future is a bright one. We are rooting for you!
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So proud to stand side by side with @MichelleObama and @ReachHigher in celebration of #CollegeSigningDay! #CommonApp is honored to have participated in such a fitting send-off for so many deserving students. And thank YOU, students, for sharing your joy with us! #BetterMakeRoom
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This is so important. Please take care of YOU. We need you at your best. ✨
Students: Your mental health is important. Take breaks. Talk to someone. Remember, you are not alone. #WorldMentalHealthDay
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The 2017-2018 #CommonApp is now available! 🎉 Check out what you can expect this year: buff.ly/2hnKOyK
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We know you’re working hard with several Nov. 1 deadlines just around the corner. Keep up the good work - you got this! #CommonApp
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Students: we know you've been working hard. If you submitted a college application recently, we just want to take a moment to say that we are so proud of you! We are rooting for you the whole way. Well done! 🎉🎉🎉
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A statement from Common App on today's #SCOTUS decision on #DACA.
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Happy Friday! To the students receiving admission decisions this month, remember - no matter what decision you receive, you have a great future ahead of you. Keep up the great work! We're rooting for you. Your biggest fans, #CommonApp
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Have you heard? The Common Application Essay Prompts will remain unchanged for 2018-2019. Check them out on our blog: buff.ly/2ndQxXz
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We want to make sure parents, guardians, and family members can support their students as they apply to college. Check out the new Family Resource page, as well as a special message for families from Former First Lady @MichelleObama! Learn more: commonapp.org/family
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#280characters you say? In that case… a few tips for applicants using #CommonApp: Don’t be afraid for ask for help, avoid waiting until the last minute to submit, and proofread, proofread, proofread! One more thing: our Solutions Center is here to help: appsupport@commonapp.net.
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We love to see it. The #Classof2020 is resilient and deserves this celebration. And we will be celebrating alongside you! Congratulations! 🎉🎓
Students across the country and around the world are missing out on an important rite of passage— graduation. President @BarackObama and @MichelleObama will deliver a virtual commencement on June 6 in a celebration with @YouTube. #ReachHigher 🎓 Join us: bit.ly/RHGraduation
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Have you heard? The Common Application Essay Prompts will remain unchanged for 2018-2019. Check them out on our blog: buff.ly/2njFHzk
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Congratulations to all the #NewlySubmittedStudents! 🎉 🎉 🎉
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Remember: as long as you submit by 11:59 p.m. your local time on deadline day, you’ve submitted on time. #CommonApp
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Congratulations to all the applicants who hit the submit button yesterday. Well done! ✅ #CommonApp
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We’re excited that #CommonApp member @HowardU will host this year’s #BeatingTheOdds Summit! @ReachHigher
"On Tuesday, July 23rd at #HowardU, the @ReachHigher Initiative-launched by former First Lady @MichelleObama during her time at the White House & now housed at @CommonApp will continue the summer tradition of hosting an annual Beating the Odds Summit..." shares @YahooFinance.
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Congratulations to the members of the Class of 2016 who are graduating this spring!
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Have you heard? The Common Application Essay Prompts will remain unchanged for 2018-2019. Check them out on our blog: buff.ly/2n7HFma
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#HappyFriday! Sending congratulations to all who applied to college this week. You continue to inspire us - today and everyday. 🎉
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So much love for counselors! We cannot thank you enough for all you do to support and encourage students. 🎉🎉🎉
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The requested confetti. How about a little love to the hardworking school counselors @CommonApp
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Happy #NSCW18! The team at #CommonApp wants to thank each and every counselor for the unimaginable amount of work they dedicate daily to providing support to students. We are so grateful for all you do!
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The Common App team is aware that some users are experiencing difficulty submitting applications at this time. We are actively investigating the issue and will provide more information when it becomes available. Thank you so much for your patience.
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School counselors contribute to students’ academic, social, & emotional success and #CommonApp is honored to stand behind each and every one of them! Congrats to the #SCOY19 honorees, especially @BrianColemanCPS! bit.ly/2UwAN0O #ReachHigher
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The 2017-2018 #CommonApp is now available! 🎉 Check out what you can expect this year: buff.ly/2vtQXih
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Is it August 1 yet? #CommonAppDay 🎉
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#NSCW2020 is Feb. 3-7! We're so grateful that @ASCAtweets has brought us all together for this week-long celebration. We can't wait! #WeLoveSchoolCounselors
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August 1 is right around the corner! Check out some of the changes you can expect to help make your #CommonApp experience even better. bit.ly/2tI0WyX
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National School Counseling Week might be officially over, but there's never a bad time to thank counselors for being the amazing people they are! #NSCW19 bit.ly/2BpuCV3
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Congratulations!! We know you will make so many people proud. 🎉🎉🎉
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🚀 Two weeks to go until the 2018-2019 #CommonApp is live! 🚀 Check out some of the changes you can expect in the new application: bit.ly/2tI0WyX
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Students: we know there is a lot of uncertainty surrounding the ongoing situation with the #coronavirus. If you are still working on your college applications, we want to make sure you know that #CommonApp is here to support you 24/7/365. [Thread] 1/
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#HappyWeekend! Did you know: more than 700 colleges & universities accept #CommonApp? Explore the possibilities! buff.ly/2wSsj9v
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🎓 #CommonAppDay is almost here!! 🗓️ Are you a student ready to apply to college? Join us tomorrow for a day full of celebration! #FutureBeginshere

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Have you heard? The #CommonApp Essay Prompts will remain unchanged for 2018-2019: bit.ly/2s2uZCM
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Happy #CommonAppDay! 🎉🎉🎉
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Juniors: #CommonApp accounts created now will be available for you in 2016-2017 as seniors. Get started today! apply.commonapp.org
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Remember: your application is due at 11:59 PM, your local time, on deadline day. We hope you won’t wait until the last minute - start early!
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#NSCW2020 is Feb. 3-7! We're so grateful that @ASCAtweets has brought us all together for this week-long celebration. We can't wait! #WeLoveSchoolCounselors
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Happy #NSCW2020! #CommonApp is proud to celebrate counselors today and everyday! We know that there are often not enough words to express how important you are to the students you support, but we want the world to know how much we appreciate you. Thank you for all you do!
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High school juniors! @StriveScan is hosting Virtual College Exploration Week. It’s free for students, who will hear from experienced college admissions officers on a variety of topics. bit.ly/2Y287lx
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Congratulations to all who have submitted a college application this week. Take a moment to celebrate! We are incredibly proud of you. 🎉🎉🎉
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Introducing the Financial Aid Resources tab, with links to federal and state resources - right within the #CommonApp itself.
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