Applying to Colleges

  • Common App

    Each year, more than 1 million students apply to more than 1,000 Common App member colleges worldwide through the online college application platform. Learn more about applying through our first-year application by following our step-by-step guide.

    Here you can find a guide for seniors on their college application journey.

     

    Florida State University System

    U.S. News & World Report ranks Florida’s Higher Education #1 in the country! With 12 members of the State University System and 28 members of the Florida College System. Florida offers a wide range of programs, degrees and experiences. For more information visit floridashines.org or download the Florida State University (SUS) overview document.

     

    College Resume Writing

    What should go on a college resume?

    Any of the sections below could appear on your resume for college applications. Pick an assortment that works for you!

    • Heading with your name, address, and e-mail

    • High school information with your graduation date, GPA (weighted), class rank, and SAT/ACT scores

    • Academic awards, publications, honors, and other achievements

    • Coursework (summer programs, college courses, or other specialized workshops that do not appear on your high school transcript)

    • Extracurricular activities

    • Community service

    • Work experience

    • Hobbies

    • Special skills (e.g. foreign language fluency or HTML expertise)