<p>What is up with all of these "Exclusive Applications" and such I get from schools via email. I've never seen them discussed before.</p>
<p>Should I use them instead of the Common App?</p>
<p>if you are planning on applying to that school and you get a priority app, then yes, use that. It is basically the schools way of showing interest in you and it generally means that you have a pretty good chance of getting in...</p>
<p>You usually get the application if you put yourself on the mailing list. </p>
<p>Most of the applications are shorter than the common app (and thus quicker to complete), but they are done on paper and must be mailed in. Most colleges/universities note that there is no advantage of using their own application over the common app.</p>
<p>joshua- i think you are thinking of something else...</p>
<p>he is talking about the priority applications that you get through email... they are submitted online and include no essay and a waived application fee...</p>
<p>Oh, sorry, I was thinking of the applications that you may receive in the postal mail... sorry about that :-(</p>
<p>Well, personally I'd apply to any school that waived my fee, even if it meant using their app. Saving money = win. Too bad none of the schools on my list have sent me waivers...</p>
<p>Aside from what colleges say, is there some sort of advantage by using their app instead of common app? Even a little?</p>