<p>I'm applying to a school that has different types of applications. I want to use the school's application because it already requires an essay---and using the Common App would require me to write the Common App essay as well.</p>
<p>However, if my guidance counselors sent in forms using the Common App, do I have to apply using the Common App as well?</p>
<p>Help!</p>
<p>Were the rec forms mailed or submitted online? If they were submitted online, they won’t make it to your target college unless you submit the Common App online. If they were submitted by postal mail, there shouldn’t be any problem.</p>
<p>If they submitted online but are willing to print and mail their recs, that’s workable too. They don’t have to have mailed them in by the application deadline, just as soon as possible.</p>