Page Title College application forms are relatively straight-forward. Although they may vary in format and, to some extent, in content among different institutions, the information they ask for is fairly standard. It can take as many as four weeks to receive an application packet after you have made your request. The Application You can obtain applications by writing or calling the college directly and giving them your mailing information. Many colleges now have websites which include their application.
Several colleges have two-part applications.
In some instances, colleges will not send you Part II until they have received Part I. For some families, application fees may be a burden. If this applies to you, ask your counselor about application fee waivers. Send away for applications at least two months prior to the deadlines. Remember that many applications can be downloaded from the college's website. Check all deadlines.