Counselor Conversations with Common App, Spring 2026

We’re excited to announce the spring edition of Counselor Conversations with Common App, our ask-me-anything series for counselors.

Join Meredith Lombardi and Michaela Alcorn from Common App’s Education & Training team for this miniseries addressing counselors’ most frequently asked questions. Based on feedback from our Fall series, each session is now 45 minutes long, providing more time for Q&A.

Sample agenda

• 15-minute topic overview
• 30-minute Q&A

Come with your questions! We encourage you to register even if you’re not sure you can attend live. Sessions will be recorded and shared with all registrants. Recordings will also be accessible on our counselor and recommender video channel.

Upcoming webinar

Use of data

Timely, reliable data is essential for counselors and those who support students. With more than 1,000 member colleges and over 1 million applicants each year, Common App is uniquely positioned to offer meaningful insight into the college admissions landscape. Join Common App’s Education & Training team, alongside our Data Analytics and Research team, for a conversation on key data topics, including highlights from Common App’s latest *Deadline Update* report.

Tuesday, April 28, 2026
11:00 AM – 11:45 AM ET

Register for the data conversation

Missed the live sessions? Watch the webinar recordings

International student supporters

International students account for 10% of applicants who use Common App each year. International counselors and advisors face unique questions as they guide students through the application process. Join Common App’s Education & Training team, along with Wilson Lee, College Counselor at Singapore American School, for a discussion on the international student experience and the resources available to support international counselors.

View the International student supporters slidedeck.

Account rollover

The Common App opens on August 1 each year, but students don’t need to wait to get started. With account rollover, students can create an account anytime and begin preparing their applications early. Join Common App’s Education & Training team to learn how account rollover works and how to help rising seniors start the application process with confidence.

View the Account rollover slidedeck.