<p>I thimk I am finally ready to submit my Commom Ap! For the essay (both the long one and the activuty one) is there a specifiec format to use- ie text font and size? Do you copy and paste it onto the app or attach it as a word document? HELP! Thanks</p>
<p>You will first save your essay as a .doc file (or one of the other permitted formats) and then upload it into your common app account. If you upload a file in a format other than PDF, it will be converted to PDF as you upload it. There are no specified formatting requirements but the most common font is times new roman 12 pt. You will be able to view it after you upload it.</p>
<p>^That post was for the long essay. For the short one (elaborate on an EC), it’s easiest if you work out what you want to say in a separate program like Word and then copy and paste it into the common app form.</p>
<p>Should it be double spaced??</p>
<p>Double spaced is the most common format, but some people prefer to single space. If you have a long essay single space might make sense so it fits on a single page.</p>
<p>thanks. also should you put your name on it? or just have the essay in the document</p>
<p>Do not put your name on it. When you upload it to the common app site, your name will automatically appear along with your common app ID.</p>