How exactly does CommonApp work?

<p>So I recently used CommonApp to apply to a few colleges, one of them being Drexel University. I know this sounds a bit silly. Does CommonApp update the college's decision whether I was accepted or deferred? I went on Drexel's website to see if I would need to create an account on the Drexel website but I didn't find an answer. I know for some colleges after you apply through CommonApp they email you with some information to create an account on the school's site. Thanks!</p>

<p>The schools will notify you of decisions, but the Common App won’t. As for creating an account, email the school and ask for further direction if they haven’t already given you information about creating an account</p>

<p>Make sure you give them enough time to wade through all the applications and set up accounts for all the applicants! You will receive an email and/or a letter in the mail saying they got your application with information on how to login to their website for applicants.</p>