Parents

We know applying to college can feel overwhelming. We’re here to help!

Applying Coalition

 

Our streamlined application process, made possible via our partnership with Scoir, helps students manage more of the college admissions process – from search to application to enrollment – in one place.

Highlights of our application method

  • We believe the cost of applying should never hold a student back.

    Learn about Coalition fee waivers →

  • Students can invite their parents to connect with them on Scoir to research schools, review the student’s college list and make suggestions for additional colleges to consider.

    Learn more about the benefits of a Scoir account →

  • When your student invites you to connect with them on Scoir, you can create your own account and use the Scoir cost calculator to better understand the cost of each college beyond the sticker price.

    Learn more about the benefits of a Scoir account →

  • Coalition member schools must meet our eligibility requirements related to graduating students on time and low or no debt, so you and your student can feel confident you’re applying to smart college choices.

    Explore Coalition member schools →

We’re more than an application.

  • Events

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  • Blog

    Explore articles and videos on topics like when to apply, how to build a college list, completing the FAFSA and more.

FAQs

  • Parents must be invited by their student or their student’s school to connect with their child on Scoir.

    See Scoir’s Help Center resources for parents →

  • Our application fee waiver process allows students to simply check a box to indicate they meet eligibility criteria.

    See our fee waiver eligibility criteria →

  • Students can create Scoir accounts as early as 9th grade to begin learning about college, exploring schools, and entering information about themselves. These details will be pulled onto their application when the time comes, saving them time and stress and removing the need to duplicate their work.