"… The Common Application, which is accepted by more than 750 schools, including some located outside the U.S., helps to streamline one part of the admissions process for students.
Through the platform, first-time and transfer applicants can apply to multiple colleges at one time. So students only have to fill out details that most schools require, like name, address, parental employment and education, and extracurricular activities, once. …
… Despite its popularity, the Common App may be confusing for some families who are new to the college application process. The guide below can help ease students and parents through the application." …
https://www.usnews.com/education/best-colleges/articles/common-app