Use the copies as worksheets and work on them until you are satisfied with your answers. Then transfer them to the original. Prepare a separate folder for each application with key dates and information noted on the outside. Make sure you have all the forms required. Investigate an electronic application to submit your application.
Some colleges allow students to complete their applications on a computer.
Five or six applications could add up to hundreds of dollars. Use a college search program or college guide to identify colleges that meet your needs and interests. The application is a reflection of you. Take pride in its authorship. Be honest when identifying your extracurricular activities.