Step 12

Completing Basic Information

Once students see the whole application, there can be a temptation to avoid it again.

That's why starting with easier sections matters.

Small completions reduce friction.

They help your brain register that progress is possible.

Small completions reduce intimidation and friction.

In the Common Application, complete one section: Profile or Family.

Add a section to your College Process Hub called Progress Log and record:

Then complete: "Before starting, I assumed this would feel ______."

Complete: "The section I completed was ______."

Then ask: "Did finishing it change how I feel about the rest of the application?"

N/A for this week.