Application Types
Out of State Colleges (Some TX Schools)
Opens August 1st
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Students can apply to any number of 67 historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) with the Common Black College Application at the same time for only $20.
Application fees add up quickly, especially when applying to multiple schools! Here are a few ways to save:
1️⃣ SAT or ACT Fee Waiver-
Enrolled in a free or reduced lunch program, public assistance, homelessness, orphan, or ward of the state all qualify you.
2️⃣ Common APP Fee Waiver-
If you qualify for the SAT or Act fee waiver, you automatically qualify.
You can also have a school official or community leader vouch for your financial need.
3️⃣ NACAC Fee Waiver-
Fill out the "Economic Need" section, explain your situation and get confirmation from a school official or community-based organization.
4️⃣ Coalition App Fee Waiver-
You must meet at least one of the following qualifications: Free or Reduced Lunch, College Board, ACT, and/or NACAC fee waiver, Pell Grant eligibility, TRIO program participation, or active service member.
5️⃣ Ask the college-
Some colleges and universities offer direct fee waivers. Ask the admissions office.
6️⃣ Apply to Colleges Without App Fees-
There are over 100 schools that don't have application fees.