<p>Have you considered having him set aside a specific time each week to work on the applications? Also, what about letting him write an inappropriate essay since he did not do the research on the ap requirements. Maybe he will learn something about how to proceed with application process once he has to re-write it because it is inappropriate. </p>
<p>So, my suggestion would be to pre-plan a time when he knows that all he can do is the application. Then, stick to it. Have him do it. BUT, tell him that you want to proof it once competed before submission. That should be easy, since he will need your credit card info to submit the application. </p>
<p>If it helps, print out the first application and sit and go over it with him before he starts. If he is willing to do that. If not, just give feedback after he completes them.</p>