Test Your Knowledge (Common App & Black Common App)

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You can only apply to one college through the Common App.

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False

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The Black Common App requires a personal essay.

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False

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The Common App asks for teacher recommendations.

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True

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The Black Common App is FREE for PGCPS students and lets you apply to multiple HBCUs at once.

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True

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You have to pay separately for each college on the Common App.

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True

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The Black Common App and the Common App can’t be used together—you must pick one.

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False

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On the Black Common App, you can send your transcript to all HBCUs at once.

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True

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Do all colleges on the Common App ask for the exact same questions?

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False