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November 1st is right around the corner, and the air is filled with crisp autumn leaves, pumpkin spice, and the low-frequency hum of senior-year panic. Take a deep breath! Here is our ultimate, stress-busting 14-day checklist to get your Early Action and Early Decision applications across the finish line smoothly.

Every summer, Common App goes dark for a few days to reset for the new application cycle. It's routine — but the days right before and after the reset matter more than most families realize. Here's our full walkthrough, from what to do while it's closed to the exact order of steps once it reopens.

High school counselors are an invaluable resource, but they're often responsible for hundreds of students. Here's what that means for your college search—and how to make sure nothing falls through the cracks.

Are you helping too much with the Common App? Learn the 3 key areas where parental involvement hurts the college application process, and 3 essential tasks where your help is required. Expert tips for a stress-free admissions cycle.