🔄 Step 1: Create a Common App Account
Create an account as an Incoming Freshman for the correct academic year and term
Save your login credentials somewhere secure (we recommend using a password manager!)
🏫 Step 2: Add Colleges & Majors
Log in and go to the College Search tab
Add the colleges you intend to apply to
Under each college tab:
Select Term (e.g., Fall 20XX)
Choose your Admission Type (e.g., Early Action, Regular Decision)
Select your First-Choice Major and, if available, an Alternate Major
💡 Pro-Tip: Some colleges have specific essay prompts based on your chosen major. Plan ahead!
📝 Step 3: Prepare Your GradMap Account
Complete your full GradMap Profile
Keep GradMap open in a separate Chrome tab
⚙️ Step 4: Use GradMap Auto-Fill Extension in Chrome
Log into your Common App account using Google Chrome
Click on the GradMap Extension icon
Select “Common App Auto-Fill”
On each section, click FILL, wait until the button stops spinning, and then review your information
📂 Sections Auto-Filled by GradMap
Common App Tab
Personal Info
Address
Contact Info
Demographics
Language
Geography & Nationality (SSN must be entered manually)
Common App Fee Waiver
Family Section
Household
Parent 1, Parent 2
Legal Guardian (if applicable)
Siblings
Step-Parents (if applicable)
Education Section
Current/Most Recent High School
Other Secondary High Schools
Colleges & Universities
Grades
Current or Most Recent Year Courses
Honors
Community-Based Organizations
Future Plans
Testing Section
Tests Taken
ACT, SAT, AP, IB (manual entry required for Subject Tests, TOEFL, IELTS, etc.)
Activities Section
Up to 10 activities auto-filled
Customize order and descriptions if needed in GradMap first
Writing Section
Personal Essay: Enter manually
Additional Information: Auto-filled (e.g., College courses taken in high school)
Courses & Grades Section (if required by a college)
Auto-fill includes: 9th–12th grade transcripts, summer, and middle school courses as allowed
GradMap prioritizes courses if over the 4 “Other Courses” limit
✅ Final Checklist Before Submission
Verify Social Security Number and course grades
Confirm activities and honors are clear and in order
Ensure test scores reflect your submission strategy
Check all majors and alternate majors
Save a PDF of your full application
💡 Pro-Tip: Submit 7–10 days early to avoid last-minute issues with transcripts, recommendations, or tech hiccups.
GradMap is here to save you time and stress so you can focus on your story.
You’ve got this! 💪🎓