Applying to College
Common Application websites
Hi students,
There are many ways to apply to college. Use some of these common websites to make the process a little easier.
The Common Application
The Common Application allows you to apply to more than 800 schools in one location. Fill in your personal information once, and then answer questions and essays for individual schools. This should be your first stop in applying to college.
- Access the Common Application here
CFNC
CFNC or the College Foundation of NC is your go-to shop for all things college and careers in the state of North Carolina. You can research colleges, careers, scholarships, apply for residency and financial aid, and send transcripts. You can also apply for most NC colleges from this site using info from your account.
- Access CFNC here
Questbridge
Questbridge is a college application and matching program that allows high achieving, low income students to apply to highly selective colleges and universities all from one site. Once admitted, you rank your colleges, and they decide if they would like to offer admission. If you are offered admission, you are guaranteed a full, four year scholarship and financial aid package. Approximate income levels are less than $65,000 for a family of four.
- Apply for Questbridge here
Institutional Websites
If the college to which you are applying does not participate in one of these other applications, you can apply directly through the college's website. Just visit their site, navigate to undergraduate admissions, and then apply!
Triangle Math and Science Academy
Kelly Schaeffer, College Advisor, 11th & 12th grade
Email: kschaeffer@tmsacademy.org
Website: https://tmsatrianglecounseling.weebly.com/
Location: 3501 Dropseed Drive, Apex, NC, USA